This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. Parkland County has updated a flood alert.

Description: This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. Parkland County has updated a flood alert.

Heavy rainfall continues to push the wastewater system to capacity. Localized flooding and backups affecting individual homes and businesses have been reported. Continued excessive water use may increase the risk of additional sewer backups and flooding.

Area: This alert is in effect for the Hamlet of Wabamun.

Affected areas (1):

• Wabamun

Action to take:

• Everyone in Wabamun must continue reducing all non-essential water use
• Avoid washing dishes, doing laundry, showering, and other unnecessary water consumption
• Limit toilet flushing to essential use only
• Businesses must reduce water usage and wastewater discharge where possible
• Stay away from creeks, stormwater ponds, and areas affected by high water
• All roads, sidewalks, and pathways remain open
• For updates, visit www.parklandcounty.com or follow Parkland County’s official Facebook page

Additional information:

• https://www.facebook.com/ParklandCountyAB/
• https://www.parklandcounty.com

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