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  • Volcano

    Current situation The eruption of the [XYZ] volcano is producing airborne volcanic ash and visibility issues in [locations/multiple areas of B.C]. [Add call to action i.e. Avoid being outdoors as inhaling volcanic ash is harmful to your health]. Communities impacted by volcanic ash in B.C. Recommended actions Transportation impacts Links and resources Understanding emergency events…

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  • Generic Emergency

    Current situation The [XYZ Regional District] has issued an Evacuation Order/Alert for the [affected area]. Anyone in the affected area must [be ready to leave on short notice/leave the area immediately]. Recommended actions Recommended actions Links and resources Understanding emergency events Evacuation stages

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  • Hazardous Material Spill

    Current situation The [XYZ Regional District] has issued an Evacuation Order/Alert for the [affected area] due to an hazardous materials incident. Anyone in the affected area must [be ready to leave on short notice/leave the area immediately]. Recommended actions Recommended actions Links and resources Understanding emergency events Evacuation stages

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  • Power Outage

    Current situation An extended power outage is impacting [COMMUNITY NAME]. BC Hydro is responding to the outage and it has been reported on the BC Outage Map. Take steps to stay [cool/warm] or seek [cooler/warmer] locations. Follow instructions from local officials. Emergency cooling/warming centre[s] and public cooling/warming space[s] Recommended actions Links and resources Understanding emergency…

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  • Extreme Heat Emergency

    Current situation Extreme Heat Emergencies have been issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada for [areas in the following regions/ multiple areas] of B.C. Extreme heat is dangerous for the health and well-being of people and communities. Know the signs of heat-related illness and take steps to keep yourself cool. BC Emergency Alert message Issued: MMM DD, 2024 at…

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  • Extreme Heat

    Current situation Heat Warning[s] have been issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada for [areas in the following regions/ multiple areas] of B.C. Extreme heat can be dangerous for the health and well-being of people and communities. Know the signs of heat-related illness and take steps to keep yourself cool.  Active Heat Warnings in B.C. Emergency cooling centres and public…

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  • Flood Watch DOWNGRADED for Sproat and Somass Rivers

    Current Situation This page is no longer being monitored. For further updates on this event, please visit the River Forecast Centres Flood Warnings and Advisories page. The River Forecast Centre has DOWNGRADED the Flood Watch for Sproat and Somass Rivers to a High Streamflow Advisory. The public is advised to stay clear of these fast-flowing…

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  • Evacuation Order issued by Village of Pemberton

    Current Situation This page is no longer being monitored. For the latest flooding information in BC see: https://www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/event/current-flooding-information-in-bc/ Recommended Actions – Evacuation Order Recommended Actions Understanding Emergency Events Evacuation Stages Flood Advisory Stages Links and Resources

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  • Flood Warnings issued for Squamish, Lillooet and Cheakamus Rivers

    Current Situation This page is no longer being monitored. For the latest flooding information in BC see: https://www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/event/current-flooding-information-in-bc/ Recommended Actions Understanding Emergency Events Evacuation Stages Flood Advisory Stages Links and Resources

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  • Flood Watch issued for Sumas River, South Coast and Vancouver Island

    Current Situation This page is no longer being monitored.  For the latest flooding information in BC see: https://www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/event/current-flooding-information-in-bc/ Recommended Actions Understanding Emergency Events Evacuation Stages Flood Advisory Stages Links and Resources

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  • Landslide

    Current situation The [XYZ Regional District] has issued an [Evacuation Order/Evacuation Alert] for [LOCATION] due to landslide. Anyone in the affected area must (leave the area immediately)/(be ready to leave on short notice). Recommended actions Recommended actions Links and resources Understanding emergency events Evacuation stages

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  • Severe Weather Emergency

    Current situation [Winter Storm and Wind] Warnings have been issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada for some areas in B.C. [CALL TO ACTION i.e. The public is advised to avoid unnecessary travel]. Active Severe Weather Warnings in B.C. Travel advisories in B.C. The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is advising people to avoid non-essential travel due to weather…

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  • Arctic Outflow Warnings

    All Arctic Outflow and Extreme Cold Warnings issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada have now ended.

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  • Extreme Cold

    Current situation [Arctic Outflow, Winter Storm, Wind and/or Snowfall] Warning[s] have been issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada for [areas in the following regions/ multiple areas] of B.C. Severe cold weather can pose a risk to health & safety. Know the signs of cold-related illness and take steps to keep yourself warm. Active Cold Warnings in B.C. Emergency warming…

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  • M7.3 earthquake detected SW Sand Point, Alaska. Tsunami risk being evaluated for B.C. July 16, 2023.

    A 7.3 Magnitude earthquake had occurred 55 miles SW of Sand Point, Alaska. It was determined that there was no tsunami threat to B.C. Preliminary Earthquake Parameters The following parameters are based on a rapid preliminary assessment of the earthquake and changes may occur  Magnitude: 7.3  Origin Time: 2248 AKDT Jul 15 2023 2348  PDT…

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  • Current Flooding Information in BC. June 9, 2023.

    The Village of Cache Creek has rescinded ALL Evacuation Alerts and Orders due to flooding: Village of Cache Creek: Evacuation Rescind (PDF) Facebook Flood Warnings & Watches: For current Flood Watches and Warnings see the River Forecast Centre. Recommended Actions Evacuation Order: Follow directions from your Local Authority or First Nation: If you are in…

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  • Flood Watch/Warning

    Current Situation The River Forecast Centre has issued a [Flood Watch/Warning] for [locations] in B.C. The public is advised to stay clear of these fast-flowing rivers. Recommended Actions Understanding Emergency Events Evacuation Stages Flood Advisory Stages Links and Resources

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  • Flood Evacuation

    Current Situation The [LA/FN] has issued an Evacuation [Order/Alert] for [location]. Anyone in the affected area must [leave immediately/ be ready to leave on short notice]. Recommended Actions Recommended Actions Understanding Emergency Events Evacuation Stages Flood Advisory Stages Links and Resources

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  • Wildfire Evacuation Alert/Order

    Current Situation The [XYZ Regional District] has issued an Evacuation Order/Alert for the [affected area]. Anyone in the affected area must [be ready to leave on short notice/leave the area immediately]. Recommended Actions Recommended Actions Links and Resources Understanding Emergency Events Evacuation Stages

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  • Severe Drought: Multiple Communities in BC. November 10, 2022.

    Multiple communities in BC continue to experience the effects of severe summer drought. Drought Response Level 5 remains in effect for the following areas: East Peace Fort Nelson North Peace South Peace For more information about current drought response levels across BC, including a map of impacted areas, see the British Columbia Drought Information Portal.…

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  • Flood Watch ENDED: North Coast. August 29, 2022.

    The River Forecast Centre has issued a Flood Watch for: North Coast, ENDED (PDF) The River Forecast Centre continues to monitor conditions and will provide updates as conditions warrant. Definitions You Should Know A High Streamflow Advisory means that river levels are rising or expected to rise rapidly, but that no major flooding is expected.  Minor…

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  • RESCINDED: Evacuation Alert issued by District of Sicamous for Sicamous Creek Mobile Home Park. June 6, 2022.

    The District of Sicamous has rescinded an Evacuation Alert for 27 properties at the Sicamous Creek Mobile Home Park. Visit the Columbia-Shuswap Regional District website for more information. Definitions You Should Know: Evacuation Stages: Evacuation Order: You are at risk. Leave the area immediately. Local police or RCMP enforce evacuation orders. Evacuation Alert: Be ready to leave…

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  • Ended – Flood Watch – Peace Region

    Flood Watch Ended for Peace Region A Flood Watch was issued by British Columbia’s River Forecast Centre for the Peace Region including tributaries around Fort St. John, Taylor, Chetwynd, Moberly Lake, Pine Pass, Hudson’s Hope and Dawson Creek on May 27, 2022.  The Flood Watch was ended on May 30, 2022 at 09:30. More information…

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  • ENDED – Flood Watch: Fontas River

    Flood Watch ended for Fontas River A Flood Watch was issued by British Columbia’s River Forecast Centre for the Fontas River on May 14, 2022.  The Flood Watch was ended on May 23, 2022 at 08:45. The public was advised to stay clear of the fast-flowing river and potentially unstable riverbanks. More information and an…

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  • ENDED – Flood Watch: Moffat Creek, near Horsefly.

    Flood Watch ended for Moffat Creek A Flood Watch was issued by British Columbia’s River Forecast Centre for Moffat Creek, near Horsefly, on May 7, 2021. The watch was ended on May 13, 2022 at 13:45. The previously issued Flood Watch for Pouce Coupe River ENDED on May 9, 2022. More information is available from…

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  • ENDED Feb 10. Flood Watch: Kloiya River. Feb. 9, 2022

    ENDED on Feb 10 by the River Forecast Centre The River Forecast Centre has issued a Flood Watch for: Kloiya River A High Streamflow Advisory has also been issued for: North Coast including tributaries around Prince Rupert, Kitimat, Stewart and surrounding areas A slow moving front is delivering heavy rainfall across the north coast. Environment…

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