Revelstoke And Area Emergency Management Program (RAEMP)
Emergency Notice May 19, 2011
CITY OF REVELSTOKE - PUBLIC NOTICE
The City of Revelstoke reminds the public that it is flood season.
Flooding is a natural occurrence this time of year. Increasing the risk is the warm weather melting the snowpack at higher elevations along with alternating rain.
City staff will be monitoring the Illecillewaet River and culverts located in creeks during the freshet. The City does not anticipate evacuations. Should you view plugged culverts or have concern with creeks and rivers overflowing, please contact Public Works at 250-837-2001 during regular work hours or by calling 911 in case of emergency.
Take caution by keeping back from creeks and rivers as rushing water can undermine banks. Teach your children about flood safety.
It is prudent to have an emergency plan for your household. Information about personal emergency preparedness is available at www.pep.bc.ca.
The City will advise the public of any flood advisories through the local radio and news media. Additionally, the public can also find any flood advisories on the City's website at www.cityofrevelstoke.com and the City and Columbia Shuswap Regional District Area 'B' emergency website at www.revemergency.com.
Immediate Release
Date: May 19, 2011
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Submitted by Teresa LeRose, Public Information Officer, City of Revelstoke
Revelstoke And Area Emergency Management Program (RAEMP)
