EVACUATION Alert | November 14 2021 | 10:57 pm

Flooding Evacuation Alert

Due to major rainfall in the Coquihalla area, BC River Forecast Centre have issued a flood warning which includes the City of Merritt.

As a result, the City of Merritt has placed all properties within the Coldwater River 200 year flood plain on Evacuation Alert.

Residents should prepare a 72-hour kit and move valuable possessions out of low-lying areas.

We will monitor throughout the night, and the next communications will be at 11:30 PM on Sunday, November 14.

In case of an Evacuation Order, Emergency Support Services will be provided at Merritt Civic Centre (1950 Mamette Avenue).

Instructions:

Gather 72 hour kit
Stay away from flood waters
Prepare to evacuate your home
Monitor City of Merritt official channels (www.merritt.ca, twitter.com/CityofMerritt) and local media for further information