Flood Risks Prompt Precautionary Evacuation Alert in Old Remo, New Remo, Dutch Valley, and Usk

An Evacuation Alert has been issued by the Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine, covering Old Remo, New Remo, Dutch Valley, and Usk.

A delayed, larger than usual, snowmelt, recent warming, and forecasted precipitation has led to the Alert being issued, out of precaution.

In addition, the District has joined the City of Terrace in activating their Emergency Operations Centre to monitor flood risks.

An Evacuation Alert is not a call to evacuate, but rather for residents and businesses to get prepared in case evacuation becomes necessary.

A reception centre is being set up at the Thornhill Community Centre on Century Street, in case the alert is upgraded to an Evacuation Order.

Residents in low-lying areas and those that have experienced flooding in the past are asked to take steps to flood proof their structures, and prepare in case flooding occurs.

To find specific maps of the areas under the Alert, follow these links: Old and New Remo, Usk, and Dutch Valley.

Those looking to flood proof their properties can follow this link to find sandbag locations in the District.

More information on how to prepare in case of flooding is available here.

High Streamflow Advisories and Flood Watches remain in place in the Skeena, Stikine, and Liard water basins, with information at this link.