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Flood and major damage in Beauceville

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Flood and major damage in Beauceville

An ice jam that formed on the Chaudière River near Beauceville broke down on Tuesday causing a rapid rise in water levels.

An ice jam that formed on the Chaudière River near Beauceville collapsed on Tuesday, causing a rapid rise in water levels, which immediately led to a rapid rise in the level of the river. Several inches of water began to seep into certain properties and businesses. (Image: Étienne Poulin)