A storm system over Quebec on Saturday has led to flooding on the island of Montreal, making getting around hazardous in some areas.
Montreal police spokesperson Joany Charland said several units were dispatched to the borough of Pierrefonds, in the West Island, to assist local officials.
Several streets have been cordoned off and officers are on site to ensure no one is stuck in flood waters and in need of assistance.
Charland said motorists should avoid Pierrefonds Boulevard and surrounding areas, but the situation is in flux.
As of 6:30 p.m, Charland said there were no reports of injuries.
Transports Quebec for its part is warning that exits 52 and 55 on Highway 40, in the West Island are closed due to flooding.
Unfortunately, the flooding isn’t just affecting city streets, with several homeowners reporting flooded basements and power outages.
According to Hydro-Québec, more than 18,000 clients on the island of Montreal were without power as of 7 p.m..
The weather system is also affecting Montreal’s Trudeau airport.
In a publication on X, airport officials said thunderstorms and severe weather conditions in the metropolitan area were impacting flight schedules, ground operations and baggage delivery.
“Passengers with flights scheduled to depart from YUL are advised to check their flight schedule before heading to the airport,” the post reads.