Fraser Valley – The Fraser Valley is expecting approximately 50 to 70 mm of rain beginning Friday through the weekend.
Cultus Lake Park staff ( as well as other jurisdictions) are requesting the assistance of residents to clear storm drains near their home while we experience heavy rainfall over the next couple days.
From City of Abbotsford: 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.
From City of Chilliwack – The River Forecast Centre is issuing a Flood Watch for our region https://bcrfc.env.gov.bc.ca/warnings/index.htm. Please stay back from fast-flowing waterways and report localized flooding through the City of Chilliwack app, or by calling 604.793.2810. More information: https://loom.ly/Zyq518g
For local weather and environmental alerts, please visit: https://weather.gc.ca/canada_e.html
5:15 AM PDT Thursday 17 October 2024
Special Weather Statement in effect for:
- Fraser Valley – central including Chilliwack
Prolonged heavy rain this weekend and strong winds on Saturday Where: Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, Howe Sound, Whistler, Sunshine Coast, and Vancouver Island, except Victoria and the Southern Gulf Islands.
When: Friday afternoon through Sunday morning.
Hazards: – Water pooling on the roads – Swollen rivers and creeks – Increased risk of washouts, rockfall, and landslides – Power outages possible from tree damage due to winds
An atmospheric river will impact B.C. and bring a prolonged period of heavy rain to the South Coast. Rain is expected to begin around noon on Friday and continue into Sunday morning. Rainfall totals are forecast to reach 40 to 70 mm in general and up to 100 mm along the coastal mountains. Local amounts over West Vancouver Island could reach 200 mm. Strong southeast wind gusts up to 80 km/h will also impact areas of Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast and Metro Vancouver nearest the water on Saturday. The rain and wind will ease by Sunday afternoon. Ahead of the storm, ensure that drains are clear of leaves and debris and secure loose objects.
