Flooding settling down in parts of the Interior, but Emergency BC says be prepared
Posted May 9, 2017 12:21 pm.
Last Updated May 9, 2017 2:18 pm.
This article is more than 5 years old.
KELOWNA (NEWS 1130) – States of local emergency remain in effect is several areas of the southern and central Interior, although rivers are receding after hot weather and rain caused surges over the weekend.
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District, District of Lake Country, Regional District of Central Okanagan, Kelowna and West Kelowna all have states of local emergency in effect to address flooding and evacuations.
Evacuation orders for more than 300 homes around Kelowna were lifted yesterday, but residents throughout the region are being warned to continue sandbagging because waterways throughout south-central BC could rise again.
Snowpacks are at above normal levels, which could be a problem if a hot spell hits.
Environment Canada is predicting warm, sunny weather with a few showers developing later today and Wednesday. On Thursday, there is a risk of severe thunderstorms, potentially resulting in 15 – 25 millimetres of rain.
Emergency Management BC is recommending that homeowners take proactive steps to prepare for inclement weather and possible flooding.
In a statement, the Province says homes may be at risk when flood water spreads to adjoining areas that are normally dry. Depending on the type and severity of flooding, it could take hours, weeks and potentially months for the water to recede and the clean-up to begin.
