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Regina launches emergency sinkhole repairs after 1-in-50 storm

9/9/2026

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City of Regina said a one-in-50-year storm flooded areas and created a sinkhole near Rochdale Park.
Environment Canada recorded roughly 100 mm of rain in Regina and Weyburn over the Labour Day weekend.
Officials opened a bypass at Garnett Street lift station, diverting flow into the creek.
Regina closed flooded underpasses and limited Ring Road traffic.
Regina began emergency sinkhole repairs.

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Story summary

City of Regina said a one-in-50-year storm flooded areas and created a sinkhole near Rochdale Park.
Environment Canada recorded roughly 100 mm of rain in Regina and Weyburn over the Labour Day weekend.
Officials opened a bypass at Garnett Street lift station, diverting flow into the creek.
Regina closed flooded underpasses and limited Ring Road traffic.
Regina began emergency sinkhole repairs.