Alward flew by helicopter over many of the affected areas in the southwest of the province today. He says talks are already underway with the federal government.
The Premier says they plan to work with the federal government to provide help to the victims of flooding.
Alward says the province is working with businesses and homeowners to ensure drinking water is safe and that structures are safe before power is restored.
For more information on the Disaster Assistance program, call Service New Brunswick at 1-888-298-8555 or go to www.gnb.ca/public/flood-e.asp
