Two dead, thousands remain without power in New Brunswick after ice storm
FREDERICTON — New Brunswick’s premier says two people died and two more were injured from carbon monoxide poisoning during the ice storm that has wreaked havoc in New Brunswick.
Premier Brian Gallant told a news conference in Caraquet that “it is with deep sadness,” that he’s learned the two deaths are related to the potentially lethal gas.
“The most important thing at this time is the safety of our residents as we work to recover from this storm. That is why we are devastated to have learned of these events,” said Gallant, who cancelled plans to attend a summit of Atlantic premiers and key federal ministers in Wolfville, N.S., Friday.
The province was rushing more resources to northern areas, as recovery efforts continue for small communities where power has been out since Wednesday’s ice storm.