Critical: High Water Level
Updated Jul 03, 2020 at 05:35 PM
Source: Central Peace Regional Emergency Management Agency
Issued: Jul 03, 2020 at 05:35 PM
History:
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- Alert: Jul 02, 2020 at 04:43 PM
- Update: Jul 03, 2020 at 05:35 PM
- Update: Jul 03, 2020 at 06:41 PM
Description: Alberta Emergency Alert - Critical Alert Issued for the Hamlet of Watino
Due to high water levels on the Smoky River, Birch Hills County has issued a Mandatory Evacuation Order for the Hamlet of Watino and surrounding low-lying areas.
Go to rivers.alberta.ca for additional and current flood forecast information.
Action to take:
- Evacuate immediately
- Report to the Reception Centre at Tangent Community Hall
- If you need transport call 780-814-0530 to evacuate
- Follow the directions of local authorities
- Listen for further updates and follow the instructions that apply to your area
- Be aware of areas known to flood easily such as streams, drainage channels and canyons
- Move to high ground
- Avoid low lying areas
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