Residents should remain aware of water levels in Okanagan Lake, as well as rivers and creeks.
Warmer temperatures and rainfall have contributed to higher water levels and for anyone living in or near these areas, sand and sandbags are available at various locations throughout the North Okanagan.
“We encourage all residents who have flood concerns to start sandbagging early to prevent damage,” said Helen Sinclair, with North Okanagan Emergency Management.
To report a serious flood concern, call the Provincial Emergency Program at 1.800.663.3456 For more information, go to www.pep.bc.ca/floods/index.html
In addition, information on current flood watch notifications, sandbagging tips and general personal preparedness can be found at www.env.gov.bc.ca/wsd/public_safety/flood/emergency.html
“We would like to remind recreational boaters to please keep their speed down on the water and especially near shorelines in order to prevent compromising flood barriers on lakefront properties,” said Sinclair.
Sand and Sandbag Locations:
Armstrong – Call 250-546-3023 for sand and sandbags
Coldstream – Sand and sandbags are located at Kalamalka Lake Road, across from Postill Drive; West Kal Road, across from the Vernon Country Club; and School Road, across from Jeffers Park.
Enderby – sand and sandbags are located at the public works yard 2309 McGowan St.
Lumby – sand and sandbags are located in the gravel parking lot across from the arena/curling rink parking lot at 2230 Shields Ave.
RDNO – Sandbags only are located outside the gates at the fire training centre at 300 Pottery Rd.
Spallumcheen – sand and sandbags are located outside the gate of the public works yard located at 1511 Eagle Rock Rd.
Vernon: Sand and sandbags located at city yards (1900 48th Ave.) outside the main gate on Pleasant Valley Road. They are also at the corner of Okanagan Avenue and Okanagan Landing Road.
