Infrastructure failures prompt military assistance for Manitoba First Nation
(UI) — Members of the Canadian Armed Forces are scheduled to arrive this week in Pimicikamak Cree Nation to assist with severe water and wastewater system failures following prolonged power outages that crippled critical infrastructure in the remote northern Manitoba community.
According to The Canadian Press, Chief David Monias said seven Canadian Armed Forces personnel will provide technical assessments and support related to damaged water, sewer and electrical systems. The community, located roughly 500 kilometers north of Winnipeg, has been dealing with frozen water lines, sewer backups, burst pipes and electrical failures after days without power earlier this month.
In addition to military support, plumbers and other tradespeople are being deployed to help restore essential services, The Canadian Press reported. However, Monias said the response has been complicated by the lack of functioning washrooms and shower facilities, making it difficult to accommodate incoming crews. Some workers already on site have reportedly become ill due to limited access to clean water.
The situation underscores the vulnerability of water and wastewater infrastructure in remote communities, particularly during extreme winter conditions. Monias said recovery efforts remain ongoing as crews work to stabilize systems and prevent further damage while longer-term infrastructure repairs are evaluated.
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