Monday, November 15, 2021

Current flooding information for BC Canada

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Current Flooding Information: Nov 15, 2021



Evacuation Orders, Alerts and Rescinds

Flooding is occurring in parts of the province. For the most up to date information on Evacuation Orders and Alerts in your area, visit your local government or local authority website:

Road Closures and Conditions

Flooding is impacting a number of highways and roads in BC. Follow DriveBC.ca for road closures, conditions and updates.

Evacuee Registration

If you are evacuated from your community due to flooding, you should register with Emergency Support Services (ESS) whether you need the support or not. This will help ensure that your loved ones and communities know where you are and know that you’re safe.

Step 1

Self-register online at ess.gov.bc.ca. If you require assistance with self-registration you can ask for help by calling the Emergency Support Services Info Line: 1-800-585-9559. The line will be open until 6 pm tonight.

Step 2

Proceed to the nearest Reception Centre (listed below) to complete the ESS registration. You will also be asked to complete a needs assessment to determine what short-term supports you require (e.g. food, lodging, clothing and incidentals).

Tip: After you register, you may receive calls from unlisted numbers regarding your evacuee registration. Make sure your voicemail box is not full so ESS volunteers can leave a message.

Emergency Support Services (ESS) Reception Centre Locations

A list of activated Emergency Support Services (ESS) reception centers are listed below. This list may be updated or changed as new information becomes available.

Abbotsford:

  • Abbotsford Recreation Centre, 2499 McMillan Road

Agassiz:

  • Agassiz Agricultural Hall, 6800 Pioneer Avenue (for evacuees from the Hwy #7 slides)

Chilliwack:         

  • Chilliwack Secondary, 46363 Yale Road

Cowichan Valley Regional District:

  • Cowichan Community Centre – 2687 James St, Duncan, BC V9L 2X5
  • Cowichan Tribes Gym – 5574 River Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 6V9
  • 250-732-1475

Hope:

  • Grace Baptist Church, 949 3 Ave, Hope, BC V0X 1L0
  • Hope Secondary School, 444 Stuart St, Hope, BC V0X 1L0

Kelowna:

  • Parkinson Activity Centre, 1700 Parkinson Way

Kamloops:

  • McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre, 1655 Island Parkway

RDOS / Penticton:

  • Bus Barn, 199 Ellis Street Penticton
  • If they you have access to use a phone safely, please call Penticton ESS at 1-833-498-3770 as soon as possible.
  • If you cannot access a phone, please go to 2965 South Main Street, Penticton (Penticton Seniors’ Drop-In Centre)

Salmon Arm:

  • The Prestige, 251 Harbourfront Drive

Flood Conditions and Advisories

The River Forecast Centre provides information on current conditions and issues such as flood advisories and warnings.

Preparing for Floods

Flood waters move fast, so develop a household plan, put together your emergency kit and connect with your neighbours.
Learn about the emergency response plan for your area. For more information on how to prepare visit PreparedBC.

Definitions You Should Know

Evacuation Stages

  • Evacuation Order: You are at risk. Leave the area immediately. Local police of RCMP enforce evacuation orders.
  • Evacuation Alert: Be ready to leave on short notice. If you leave before or during this alert, it’s called a voluntary evacuation.
  • Evacuation Rescind: All if currently safe and you can return home. Stay tuned for other possible evacuation alerts or orders.

Flooding Terms

  • Flood Warning: River levels have exceeded capacity or will exceed it imminently, and that flooding of area adjacent to affected rivers will result.
  • Flood Watch: River levels are rising and will approach or may exceed capacity. Flooding of areas adjacent to affected rivers may occur.
  • High Streamflow Advisory: River levels are rising or expected to rise rapidly, but no major flooding is expected. Minor flooding in low-lying areas is possible.
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