Flood
Evacuation Alert issued for entire Village of Pemberton
Updated on
Current situation
The Village of Pemberton has issued an Evacuation Alert for the entire Village of Pemberton due to flooding. Anyone in the affected area must be ready to leave on short notice.
Residents should Shelter in Place if they can safely remain at their current location. Heavy rain also increases the risk of landslides, flooding and debris affecting travel routes. If you can safely stay where you are, avoid non-essential travel. Do not walk or drive through floodwater. If water blocks your route, do not attempt to cross it. Move to a safe location on higher ground if you can do so safely and call for assistance.
Evacuation Alert
Shelter-in-Place Advisory
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.
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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
Village of Pemberton resources
River Forecast Centre
Updates on current Flood Advisories in B.C.
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Flood evacuee guidance
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PreparedBC
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