‘Catastrophe’: Montreal’s West Island residents continue cleanup after heavy flooding (opens original article in a new tab)

Montreal's West Island faced severe flooding, leading to home damage, power outages, and calls for infrastructure improvements, with residents seeking more government support for recovery and prevention.

• Heavy flooding in Montreal's West Island caused extensive damage to homes and infrastructure
• Over 500 residents remain without electricity, with some areas still recovering
• Local officials and residents call for improved infrastructure and government funding to prevent future disasters
• Quebec offers financial compensation for flood damage, but some residents feel the support is insufficient