Advisory: Overland Flood
Updated Apr 26, 2018 at 11:12 AM
Source: Municipal District of Smoky River No. 130
Issued: Apr 26, 2018 at 11:12 AM
History:
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- Alert: Apr 23, 2018 at 11:38 AM
- Update: Apr 24, 2018 at 09:41 AM
- Update: Apr 24, 2018 at 09:43 AM
- Update: Apr 25, 2018 at 11:17 AM
- Update: Apr 26, 2018 at 11:12 AM
Description: Alberta Emergency Alert: Overland Flow Flood Alert Updated
Overland flooding is impacting areas throughout the municipality resulting in roads being cut and road closures and hazards. Barricades and signs are being placed on affected roads. Sand bags are available for residents who are concerned about flooding.
Call the office at 780-837-2221 to report roads that are flooded or to pick up sand bags. Go to www.mdsmokyriver.com for more information.
Action to take:
- Avoid any unnecessary travelling on all rural roads as municipal crews are working
- Use alternate routes and obey posted signs
- Do not bypass or move barricades or travel through water covered roads as there may be hidden hazards including washouts and erosion
- Drive with extreme caution
- Listen for further updates and follow the instructions that apply to your area.
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