The Town has received a shipment of portable water pumps through Manitoba Emergency Management Organization (EMO) to assist residents with flood recovery. There are a limited number of pumps available.
Pump distribution will operate daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.. Pumps are not available for pickup or return outside these hours.
Location: North side of the Centennial Arena
Pumps will be distributed on a first come, first served basis. No pumps will be reserved or held.
Eligibility
All residents who have experienced basement flooding are now eligible to receive a pump.
Please proceed with caution:
- Flood waters may contain hidden hazards, including submerged debris, damaged infrastructure, and contaminants.
- Many homes may still be energized with electricity, creating a serious risk of electrocution.
- Pumping flooded basements while flood water remains around the outside of the foundation or on the property can create pressure differences that may result in serious structural damage or basement wall collapse. Please read the updates on how to pump a basement safely.
Pump Requirements
Residents receiving a pump will be required to:
- Present government-issued photo identification showing their home address.
- Complete a registration and sign a waiver acknowledging they understand the risks associated with operating the pump and pumping a flooded basement.
- Supply their own fuel for the pump.
- Return the pump to the Pump Distribution Centre once finished. Pumps must not be loaned or transferred to another person.
Each resident will be provided with safety tips on pumping out a flooded basement.
Each pump will be cleaned, inspected, and tested before being reassigned to another resident.
To ensure as many residents as possible can access this resource, pumps are currently limited to a maximum loan period of 48 hours per household.
Residents are reminded not to begin pumping flooded basements until it is safe to do so. Pumping water too quickly, or while flood water remains against the outside of your foundation, can create pressure differences that may cause serious structural damage to basement walls and floors.