The repairs, which include building a new front porch and installing a waterproof foundation, were interrupted by another season of spring flooding. But despite another flood coming so soon, Peloquin said he’s not ready to think about leaving the big blue house by the water. “We haven’t finished with the first flood and we’re already into the second,” Peloquin said Wednesday. As they grapple with their second bout of major spring flooding in three years, some Quebecers may soon have to contemplate what previously must have seemed unthinkable: leaving their homes. Carole Lague, who also lives on the street, said she believes the frequent flooding shows the need for long-term planning.

Source: thestar April 24, 2019 21:04 UTC