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Saint-Leonard residents stressed about possibility of more flooding

City News Montreal07.17.2025
Saint-Leonard residents stressed about possibility of more flooding
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TL;DR
Residents of Saint-Léonard in Montreal are increasingly worried about the potential for more flooding in their area. Frequent heavy rains have overwhelmed the city's outdated sewer infrastructure, leading to consistent flooding of basements and homes. Recent floods have prompted calls for urgent investment in sewer system upgrades to prevent future incidents. Local officials and citizens are pressing for faster action to address the drainage issues as climate change is expected to bring more severe weather patterns. The community faces stress and financial burdens due to repeated infrastructure failures.
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