Alberta Emergency Alert- River Freeze-up Advisory.

Description: Alberta Emergency Alert- River Freeze-up Advisory.

The formation of a river ice cover during winter freeze-up will result in a gradual increase in water levels. As the ice cover forms, ice jams can occur which may result in rapidly changing water levels.

River levels in the Peace River at the Town of Peace River will be rising in response to the approaching ice front. It is expected that the front will advance through the Town on Thursday or Friday of this week; however, that forecast is dependent on air temperatures. The ice front was located by observation flight at km 439 or 43 km downstream of the Highway 2 bridge in the morning of January 16. When freeze-up occurs at the Town, it is typical for the water level to rise between 2.5 to 3.5 m. Flow releases from BC Hydro’s Peace Canyon Dam will be kept relatively constant while the ice cover advances through the Town as part of normal river ice management operations. This is a routine advisory and no problems are expected at the Town of Peace River. However, there is potential for ice movements and shoving of the ice cover as it advances upstream, which could result in rapid fluctuations of the water level in the area.

Action to take:

• Be cautious of the rising water levels and take appropriate precautionary measures.

Additional information:

• Broadcast Audio
• Alberta Environment and Parks Advisories and Warnings webpage

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