Friday, May 4, 2018

Cariboo RD EOC Update - May 4th

Courtesy of the Cariboo Regional District's Emergency Operations Centre:
Weekend Outlook
With moderate weather expected this weekend, it is a good time for residents to take steps to prepare for potential flooding. There are several areas in the Cariboo that could see high stream flows or flooding in the next few days or weeks, including along the Horsefly River, Baker Creek, the Quesnel River, the Cottonwood River and the Chilcotin River.
Residents who live along these waterways and their tributaries should take steps now to prepare in case of flooding. Have an emergency plan, prepare emergency supplies, assess your property and buildings for potential drainage issues and take proactive steps to prevent flooding. Contact the CRD’s Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) if you have concerns about flooding in your area.
EOC Weekend Hours
The Cariboo Regional District EOC will be open over the weekend (May 5-6, 2018) to support residents impacted by flooding in the region. The Public Phone Line will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. After hours, please call the Provincial Emergency Reporting Line at 1-800-663-3456.
Disaster Financial Assistance
Today, the Province announced Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) is available for Cariboo Regional District residents impacted by the recent flooding. Home owners, residential tenants, small business owners, farmers, charitable organizations and local government bodies who were unable to obtain insurance to cover disaster-related losses are eligible. Applications for DFA must be submitted by Aug. 1, 2018.
Nazko Evacuation 
The evacuation order for the Nazko Valley remains in place. The BC River Forecast Centre indicates that the water will likely rise again in the area, potentially as high as the peak levels observed last weekend.
The CRD’s two evacuation orders for the Nazko area impact about 120 properties:
The Quesnel Emergency Support Services (ESS) reception centre, located in the Quesnel Recreation Centre at 500 North Star Road, is open through the weekend from 10am-4pm.
Road Access
For information about rural roads impacted by flooding, find the latest updates at the following websites:
Flooding Resources
The CRD’s EOC is providing sandbags to residents as needed. It is the homeowner's responsibility to undertake temporary and permanent flood protection works to protect their home and property. If you need sandbags, contact the EOC. Learn more about proper sandbagging techniques: bit.ly/2FldNd1
Residents are strongly encouraged to register for the Cariboo Chilcotin Emergency Notification System to receive a text, call or email regarding Evacuation Alerts and Orders or other emergency updates: member.everbridge.net/index/453003085612292#/signup
For more information:
Media Contact:
Emily Epp, Public Information Officer
Cariboo Regional District Emergency Operations Centre
250-302-9003
eoccommunications@cariboord.ca
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