CALGARY — Environment Minister Rebecca Schulz says it’s a “sombre anniversary” for many Albertans.

It has been 10 years since the floods in southern Alberta. 

Schulz says in a statement that the floods changed the way the province prepares for severe weather events and suggests Alberta is better prepared than ever.

Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek says city officials will speak about the flood anniversary later today.

The 2013 floods left five people dead and damaged thousands of homes and businesses across southern Alberta. 

Total damage was estimated at more than $5 billion, making it one of the costliest floods in Canadian history.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 20, 2023.

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