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Flood

Evacuation Alert issued for communities in Electoral Area D

Updated on

May 31, 2026
1:40 pm

Current situation

The Regional District of Central Kootenay has RESCINDED the Evacuation Alert for all communities along the Lardeau & Duncan rivers, and surrounding tributaries stretching from the northern end of Kootenay Lake to Trout Lake in Electoral Area D.

This includes the communities of Cooper Creek, Meadow Creek, Marblehead, and Poplar Creek. High water levels can pose a threat to life & safety.

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.