B.C. floods: Evacuation alerts, orders still in place, says RDOS
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The regional district also reminded residents about the dangers of fast-moving water, and that residents should avoid unnecessary travel.
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen issued a reminder on Tuesday that evacuation alerts and orders related to flooding in the Similkameen Valley are still in place.
The alerts were issued on Nov. 14-15, for Electoral Areas B, G and H, then were upgraded to orders.
The regional district also reminded residents about the dangers of fast-moving water, and that residents should avoid unnecessary travel.
“Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued public weather alerts for the province, including snowfall warnings over the next couple of days which may have further impacts on some areas already flooded,” the RDOS said Tuesday.
“All evacuation alerts and orders remain in place within the RDOS.”
Further, motorists should expect major delays on Highway 3 due to a washout and mudslide. The highway is open for essential travel only.
The RDOS also said along with the BC Wildfire Service, it’s continuing to conduct rapid damage assessments (RDA) throughout the region, noting RDAs have completed for the communities of Tulameen and Coalmont.
For more information about home recovery information, such as a checklist for re-entry, visit the EOC website.
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