Last night, the sunset was beautiful. So different from the previous evenings. Looking at the latest weather forecast, the next 7 days will be sunny and warm. I am so looking forward to drier conditions, to being able to sit out on the deck again, to putter in the flower beds, and to go for pleasant walks with Margaret and the dogs. And, of course, this coming weather will help in the flood fight if only to cheer up people working on dike building and maintenance.
This morning, the province is supposed to cut a breach in the dike near the Assiniboine at Hoop and Holler. The intentional cut is supposed to relieve the strain on the dikes. Although the spilled water may threaten 100's of homes nearby, it is supposed to prevent the uncontrolled flooding of many times more homes. But, there are so many unknowns. The impact of this year's flood will undoubtedly be severe. Especially to many farmers in the area who will be unable to work their fields. There are many angry and frustrated people in our rural areas.
This year's floods in Manitoba have been on the news every day. Even BBC had a news item about it. Hard not to be angry and frustrated with all the unknowns. How much damage? How long will it take to recover? Hopefully the skies will stay sunny and perhaps help with drying some of the water. Let's keep hoping for the best!
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