Evacuation alert issued for some properties along Similkameen, Tulameen rivers near Princeton
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The regional district’s Emergency Operations Centre is advising residents to be aware of potential flooding.
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen has issued an evacuation alert for some properties along the Similkameen and Tulameen rivers near Princeton.
The regional district’s Emergency Operations Centre is advising residents to be aware of potential flooding.
The evacuation alert is for a specific area in Electoral Area H.
“Based on available information, including weather advisories, areas prone to flooding may flood again as the weather changes,” said the RDOS, adding it’s working with the Town of Princeton to provide support.
Below is a list of affected properties:
A handful of district lots are also under the evacuation alert.
Residents should have a go-bag prepared with all their essential items.
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