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Flood
Evacuation Order RESCINDED for Chemainus Rd., Crofton Rd., Swallowfield Rd.
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Current situation
Emergency Management Cowichan has RESCINDED the Evacuation Order for the area of Chemainus Rd, Swallowfield Rd and Crofton Rd. Residents can return home. Chemainus Road remains closed at the Chemainus River bridge due to high water.
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
Emergency Management Cowichan resources
River Forecast Centre
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