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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Friday, May 03, 2013 11:33:00 AM
With warmer daytime temperatures in the forecast, it’s expected more snow at the higher elevations will melt resulting in faster flows and rising levels of Central Okanagan creeks and streams.
While there are currently no watches or advisories in effect, residents and property owners in low lying and flood prone areas are encouraged to take the steps they need to prepare and protect their properties as conditions can change rapidly during the spring runoff.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Friday, April 05, 2013 12:52:00 PM
Central Okanagan waterfront property owners and those living near creeks, streams and low lying areas should consider steps to protect their property and reduce the risk of flooding.
Seasonal temperatures and forecast showers are increasing flows and levels of water bodies throughout the Central Okanagan. A sudden prolonged warm spell combined with heavy rains could increase the risk of above average creek levels and potential flooding.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Friday, June 29, 2012 11:00:00 AM
There some good news for those property owners that might have been affected by the recent flooding in Kelowna.
Emergency Management BC has advised the Regional District of Central Okanagan Emergency Program that Disaster Financial Assistance has been approved related to any Overland Flooding damage caused by the rain induced flooding June 9th.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Monday, June 04, 2012 10:30:00 AM
Significant rainfall forecast for the Central Okanagan this week could result in rising water levels in area creeks and streams.
Overnight tonight and tomorrow, up to 30 millimeters of rain is possible for our area and as a result, the Central Okanagan Regional Emergency Program is advising those property owners living in low-lying areas near creeks to remain alert and take steps to protect their properties in case water levels rise quickly.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Thursday, May 03, 2012 3:25:00 PM
Central Okanagan residents have experienced and witnessed first-hand the impact on their families, neighbourhoods and communities of threatening large scale emergencies.
As the Regional Emergency Program staff is conducting their annual training sessions in advance of Emergency Preparedness Week May 6th through 12th, they’re encouraging Central Okanagan families to do the same: Know the Risks, Make a Plan and Get a Kit.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Thursday, April 26, 2012 12:45:00 PM
With the rescinding of the Local State of Emergency by the District of West Kelowna on Thursday, April 26th for the McDougall Creek flooding, the Central Okanagan Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) is no longer activated and operating. However monitoring of area creeks and water courses will continue during the spring freshet and runoff season.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Thursday, April 26, 2012 12:25:00 PM
After assessing McDougall Creek near Hitchner Road, which overflowed its banks last night, the District of West Kelowna is lifting the Local State of Emergency. The area is still at risk due to continuing rainy conditions and spring thaw activity, but emergency and District Operations personnel will keep a close watch in the coming hours. As there is no imminent threat to life and safety, the State of Emergency has been lifted.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Thursday, April 26, 2012 10:00:00 AM
An assessment of flooded properties along Hitchner Road due to overflowing McDougall Creek is being conducted by West Kelowna Fire Rescue District of West Kelowna Operations staff this morning. Further updates are expected after 11 a.m. The Local State of Emergency is still in effect at this time and six properties are under evacuation order.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Wednesday, April 25, 2012 9:16:00 PM
The District of West Kelowna is declaring a local State of Emergency and evacuating six properties along Hitchner Road due to flooding of McDougall Creek.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Wednesday, September 07, 2011 4:00:00 PM
With the rescinding of the remaining Evacuation Alerts at 4:00 pm, September 7th for the Bear Creek Fire, the Central Okanagan Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) is no longer activated and operating.
In the event of an emergency and EOC activation, current information will be posted on this website, cordemergency.ca.
We encourage you to subscribe in order to receive the latest email updates when the Emergency Operation Centre is operating during any emergency in the Central Okanagan.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Wednesday, September 07, 2011 2:30:00 PM
The Regional District of Central Okanagan Emergency Operation Centre advises effective 4:00 pm September 7th, the cancellation of all Alerts pertaining to the Bear Creek wildfire. As well, the Local State of Emergency has been rescinded and the Emergency Operation Centre is now closed.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Tuesday, September 06, 2011 5:35:00 PM
With great progress made on fighting the Bear Creek wildfire and supporting weather conditions, on a recommendation from the BC Wildfire Management Branch, effective at 6:00 pm this evening, the Emergency Operation Centre is rescinding the Evacuation Order affecting approximately 550 residents of Traders Cove and Bear Creek Main Forest Service Road and about 100 visitors to Bear Creek Provincial Park.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Tuesday, September 06, 2011 11:00:00 AM
The BC Wildfire Management Branch and structural fire crews from West Kelowna and Wilsons Landing continue to battle a fire estimated at approximately 39-hectares in size burning above Westside Road.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Tuesday, September 06, 2011 4:30:00 AM
Residents living on Westside Road south of Bear Creek Provincial Park and north of Sailview Bay (901 Westside Road) are on evacuation alert effective immediately. All residents should be prepared to evacuate on very short notice.
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posted by: Public Info. Officer at Tuesday, September 06, 2011 3:05:00 AM
A forest fire in the Bear Creek Provincial Park area, adjacent to Westside Road, residents and visitors in Traders Cove, Bear Creek Service Road and Bear Creek Provincial Park have been evacuated and a state of emergency has been declared.
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