Heavy rain is expected to start today and continue through the weekend. Crews are carrying out our standard preparations in the event of heavier than forecasted rains. This work includes inspecting storm water structure inlets to ensure they are all clear of debris, drawing down water levels in existing storm water storage facilities to make extra capacity, inspecting key storm water ditches and culverts for debris, and ensuring after-hours staff are prepared and available should they be needed.
The river forecasts for our area (both the Fraser and the Nooksack) don't indicate the rivers will hit concerning water levels.
Here are some tips on how you can prepare and stay safe:
- Please ensure your catch basins are clear of debris and leaves. If you notice your catch basins are clogged, please call the Operations Yard at 604-853-5485 or report through our City app.
- Heavy rainfall also results in higher water levels in our creeks and streams. Keep children and pets away from stream banks and watch for changing conditions, particularly if you live in low-lying areas or near waterways.
- Riverbanks that look stable can be eroded beneath the surface, causing unstable ground that could collapse.
For more information on what to do to prepare for heavy rainfall, please visit the Heavy Rainfall webpage.
Alert Level
Low