Heavy rains result in major washouts on Newfoundland's west coast

Route 460 has been completely washed out, with loose culverts bashing through the railing as they washed away, close to occupied homes.

Half of Cape St. George is now cut off, and other roads are impassible following a series of washouts.

Half of Cape St. George is now cut off, and other roads are impassible following a series of washouts Rouzes Brook in Cape St. George has overflowed its banks and done serious damage, closing parts of Route 460 entirely.Residents are asked to still call 911 in an emergency, and if they cannot be reached by Cape St. George Ambulance, Lourdes Ambulance will respond.

Video posted to social media has shown entire culverts washing away, and at least one house with a rush of water running through the front door.Meanwhile, traffic has been reduced on several thoroughfares in Deer Lake due to the flooding, and according to the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure, two major roads are closed in Corner Brook as precautionary measures.

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