Flood
Evacuation Order EXPANDED for Kwetsa7 along the Lillooet River to Lillooet Lake
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Current situation
The Líl̓wat Nation has iEXPANDED an Evacuation Order for the area from Kwetsa7 along the Lillooet River corridor to Lillooet Lake due to flooding. Anyone in the affected area must leave NOW.
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 Order
Recommended actions
Follow all directions from officials:
If you are in the area under Evacuation Order, you are at risk. You must leave immediately.
Evacuees should go to the Úll̓us Community Complex at 82 IR #10 Road, Mount Currie. Emergency Social Services will provide registration, refuge and assistance at Úll̓us. If you need help leaving your home, contact 604-895-6115.
Refer to the Evacuation Order 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
Líl̓wat Nation resources
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Flood evacuee guidance
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