The City of Quesnel would like to advise residents that the Quesnel River water levels are rising and will approach or may exceed banks. The areas at risk of flooding at this time do not include any residential properties.
Due to the potential threat of additional flooding on the Quesnel River, the City has activated its Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) at Level 1. Activating the EOC enables the City to begin discussions with Emergency Management BC (EMBC) about potential resources we may need to prevent additional flooding. For the City areas of potential concern are the Old Public Works Yard (currently the Fire Hall), Johnston Avenue and areas around West Fraser Timber Park and Carry Street.
There are no evacuation alerts or orders at this time.
As a safety precaution, the City is strongly recommending residents keep children and animals away from river banks and to follow all detour signs on roadways and trails.
The City will continue to monitor river levels regularly. Any updates will be posted to the City Website at www.quesnel.ca.
Residents are encouraged to register for the Cariboo Chilcotin Emergency Notification System to receive a text, call or email regarding Evacuation Alerts and Orders: member.everbridge.net/index/453003085612292#/signup. If you’re already registered, update your profile: member.everbridge.net/index/453003085612292#/login.
Further information will be issued through the resources below as it becomes available.
Resources
City of Quesnel website: www.quesnel.ca
City of Quesnel Facebook: facebook.com/cityofquesnel
City of Quesnel Twitter: twitter.com/cityofquesnel
Be Prepared for Floods: www.bit.ly/3tCzDF9
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