Flood
Evacuation Alert issued for Fairmont Creek Area
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Current situation
The Regional District of East Kootenay has issued an Evacuation Alert for 97 properties (including some stratas and campsites) along Fairmont Creek Area in Fairmont Hot Springs due to flooding. Anyone in the affected area must be ready to leave on short notice.
Evacuation Alert
Properties under Evacuation Alert:
- All properties on Fox Place
- All properties on Wilder Loop Road
- All properties on Fairmont Creek Road
- 5264, 5268, 5272, 5276, 5280 and 5284 Columbia River Road
- All units at 5201 Fairway Drive
- All units at 5150 Fairway Drive
- 5225 Fairmont Resort Road
- All properties on Fairmont Creek Road
Recommended actions
Follow all directions from officials:
If you are in the area under Evacuation Alert, be ready to leave on short notice.
Refer to the Evacuation Alert for information specific to your community.
Understanding emergency events
Evacuation stages
Evacuation Alert
Be ready to leave on short notice.
Evacuation Order
You are at risk. Leave the area immediately.
Evacuation Rescind
The threat to life and safety has passed.
Flood advisory stages
High Streamflow Advisory
River levels are rising or are expected to rise rapidly. Major flooding is not expected. Minor flooding in low-lying areas is possible.
Flood Watch
River levels are rising and will approach or may exceed the river bank. Flooding may occur in areas near affected rivers.
Flood Warning
River levels have exceeded the river bank or will exceed the river bank soon. Flooding may occur in areas near affected rivers.
Links and resources
Regional District of East Kootenay resources
River Forecast Centre
Updates on current Flood Advisories in B.C.
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Flood evacuee guidance
Find general emergency evacuee guidance. Always follow the instructions of your local authority or First Nation.
PreparedBC
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