Sump pits are very common in Canada and if you have one it's a good time to test its' operation and install the discharge hose outside (away from your house of course).

Speaking from the White House in a late night address, Obama said a small team of Americans launched a targeted operation that he approved. He said no Americans or civilians were killed.

Soldiers encircled the house where he was staying in Makhachkala as part of a special operation.