Manitoba city preparing for flooding says rising river looks to have peaked

BRANDON - A city in western Manitoba says the rising Assiniboine River looks to have reached a peak overnight.

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After four weeks, your payment will increase to $24.95 plus GST every four weeks. BRANDON – A city in western Manitoba says the rising Assiniboine River looks to have reached a peak overnight. The City of Brandon says water levels have climbed about 2.3 metres since July 7 and are expected to remain high for several days.

It says its reinforced dike network looks to be working to prevent widespread flooding. Mayor Jeff Fawcett says early notification of the rising water allowed the city to properly prepare and reinforce weak points. The rising river came after extensive rain left several communities flooded in Manitoba’s Parkland Region.

Fawcett says all the work done to build up the city’s dike system has been crucial to limiting damage and that limited rain in the past week has also been a big help. “We’re really grateful for all the work that’s gone on over the years that have helped make this a more manageable situation,” he said. “Of course, I also want to thank the weather for working out.”

This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 13, 2026.