Advisory: Overland Flood
Source: Alberta Emergency Management Agency on behalf of Yellowhead County
Issued: Jul 08, 2019 at 03:55 PM
History:
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- Alert: Jul 08, 2019 at 03:55 PM
- Update: Jul 09, 2019 at 01:29 PM
- Update: Jul 09, 2019 at 05:04 PM
Description: Alberta Emergency Alert: Overland Flow Flood Alert
Heavy rains has caused overland flooding in the Niton Junction and Carrot Creek areas of Yellowhead County. Some roads may be dangerous or impassable.
Dangerous driving conditions are reported on: - Township Road 532 west of Range Rd 125 - Old Carrot Creek Hwy between Range Rd 140 and Range Rd 141 - Range Road 135 North of Township Road 540 - no vehicle exit for residents - Niton North Road south of Township Road 542 - Niton North Road south of the railway crossing - Township Road 542 west of Niton North Road - no vehicle exit for residents - Range Rd 135 south of Township Road 534 More available at https://www.facebook.com/yellowheadcounty/ Facebook page.
Action to take:
- Avoid travel on the impacted roads
- A reception centre has been set up at the Multiplex in the Hamlet of Peers for people who cannot return to their homes or are displaced
- People can call 1-833-334-4630 for more information or check the County Facebook page.
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