Roads
were closed, bridges were shut down for certain vehicles and thousands
of homes went without power as post-tropical storm Andrea swept through
the region, soaking everything in her path.
She
dumped 57mm of rain on Saint John, brought 75 to Point Lepreau, while
Grand Manan was slammed with 95mm. The Confederation bridge, linking the
province to Prince Edward Island, was restricted to high-sided vehicles
including tractor trailers and buses for part of the day because of the
gusty winds.
Looks
like it's networking season in Saint John....as all levels of government
attempt to court Alberta crude oil, the Port is doing its bit to
strengthen trade links with South America.
Port CEO
and President Jim Quinn tells CHSJ News Port Days is chance for
stakeholders and port users to hobnob and discuss future business
endeavours.
The
theme for this year is "Strengthening North South Trade Links" and
delegates from all over the world are attending. Mayor Mel Norton and
Premier David Alward will each be giving a keynote address on the future
of the city's port. Port Days starts with Community Day today and runs
until Tuesday.
