Flood
Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Evacuation Information
Updated on
Current situation
The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) has issued an Evacuation Alert for Electoral Area “C” near Gates Lake due to the risk of flooding. There is potential for increased sediment and stream bank instability in this area. Residents under Evacuation Alert must be ready to leave on short notice.
Contact links
Evacuation Alerts
Anyone in the areas under Evacuation Alert must be ready to leave on short notice.
Evacuation Alert
Electoral Area C (Gates Creek Rd. & Pemberton Portage Rd. near Gates Lake)
July 29, 2024
Recommended actions for an Evacuation Alert
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 and instructions for information specific to your community
Monitor local information channels on the web, social media, radio and TV
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.
Links and resources
River Forecast Centre
Updates on current Flood Advisories in B.C.
DriveBC
Latest travel and highway updates in B.C. Find your regional DriveBC X (Twitter) account.
Flood evacuee guidance
Find general emergency evacuee guidance. Always follow the instructions of your local authority or First Nation.
PreparedBC
Learn how to prepare for floods with resources from PreparedBC.