Flood
Flood Watch UPGRADED to Flood Warning for Fraser Valley East
Updated on
Current situation
INFORMATION ABOUT THIS EMERGENCY HAS MOVED. Visit B.C. Flood Warning Information for all further updates on this event.
Area of impact
- Sumas River, including the potential for spillover from the Nooksack River.
- Lower Fraser tributaries including the Chilliwack River, Skagit River, Coquihalla River and other areas of the Fraser Valley around Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Hope and east through Manning Park.
Recommended actions
During a Flood Warning:
Stay clear of fast-flowing rivers. Riverbanks may be unstable and dangerous.
Visit your local government or First Nation website for information about your community.
Understanding emergency events
Evacuation stages
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 riverbank. Flooding may occur in areas near affected rivers.
Flood Warning
River levels have exceeded the riverbank or will exceed the riverbank soon. Flooding may occur in areas near affected rivers.
Links and resources
River Forecast Centre
Updates on current Flood Advisories in B.C.
DriveBC
Find the latest travel and highway updates in B.C. from DriveBC on X (Twitter).
Environment and Climate Change Canada
View active weather alerts for B.C.
PreparedBC
Learn how to prepare for floods with resources from PreparedBC.