New Brunswick River Watch

Updates and flood forecasting for the Saint John River and resources to help New Brunswickers during the spring flood season.

Situational update

The New Brunswick Emergency Measures Organization is activated to Level 1 (enhanced monitoring) for the duration of River Watch 2025.

Flood conditions and forecasts

River watch mobile map

Access flood forecast data on your mobile device or computer.

Snow survey

Access the provincial co-operative snow depth survey.

Flooding in New Brunswick

Find more information about flooding in New Brunswick.

Upper Saint John River — River Watch image

Upper Saint John River

Forecasted water levels and flood risks from Connors to Grand Falls.

Lower Saint John River — River watch

Lower Saint John River

Forecasted water levels and flood risks from Fredericton to Saint John.

Real-time water levels

Monitor current river levels and trends.

New Brunswick Flood Hazard Maps

View flood hazard areas and potential impact zones.

Emergency and support contacts

For immediate assistance, call 911.

NBEMO Facebook
Follow New Brunswick Emergency Measures Organization on Facebook for River Watch updates.

NBEMO X (Twitter)
Follow New Brunswick Emergency Measures Organization on X for River Watch updates.

River watch recorded message: 1-888-561-4048
For the latest flood updates.

NB Emergency Measures Organization: 1-800-561-4034
For provincial emergency assistance

Tele-Care 811: 811
Non-emergency health advice

Road report: 1-800-561-4063
Highway conditions and closures

Environmental emergencies: 1-800-565-1633
For hazardous spills and environmental issues


The New Brunswick River Watch program tracks river conditions and warns about possible flooding to help keep communities safe.


Stay prepared

Before a flood

Learn the essential steps to protect yourself, your home and your property before a flood occurs.

During a flood

Know what to do to stay safe and minimize damage when a flood happens.

After a flood

Know what to do to start the cleanup and recovery process after a flood.

Alerts and safety information

River watch alert levels

Understand the different alert levels and what they mean.

NB511: Road conditions

Real-time highway and traffic information.

Power outages – NB Power

Information on the latest power outages in the province.

Get Prepared – Canada.ca

Find national emergency preparedness resources.