What happened to Coquihalla Highway?

The road was severely damaged by the Thompson River east of Lytton, B.C., with a section of the highway falling into the waters near Tank Hill.

Where is the flooding in Newfoundland?

Much of Newfoundland’s Avalon Peninsula was left dealing with flooding and strong winds Sunday, while Labrador braced for blizzard conditions. Blair Sparkes of Environment Canada’s Gander weather office says several areas on the Avalon Peninsula reported more than 70 millimetres of rain overnight Saturday.

Is the Trans Canada Highway open?

BC: The Trans-Canada highway east of Golden (at the Kicking Horse Canyon) is open 24/7 for the long weekend from Friday noon to Tuesday noon.

What river is flooding in BC?

Flood watches are up on the central coast, Quesnel River and the north and south Thompson rivers. High streamflow advisories are in place for the Peace River basin, the northwest corner of B.C., and the east and west Kootenay regions.

Where is it flooding in BC?

Flood watches are posted for the Shuswap, South and North Thompson rivers and their tributaries as well as Quesnel Lake and the Quesnel and Horsefly rivers in the Cariboo region. The Lumby, B.C. area is dealing with another highwater surge after rain again swelled local creeks.

Where in BC is flooded?

About 18 homes in the villages of Coalmont and Tulameen, northwest of Princeton in the southern Interior, where flooding all but devastated the town last fall, are under evacuation alert.

Is there flooding in Labrador?

Flood damage is an increasing problem in Newfoundland and Labrador because of increasing population density around water bodies and the higher values of water-front property.

Is Highway 1 open between Calgary and Revelstoke?

Highway 1 is closed in both directions between Revelstoke and Golden due to an avalanche.

What areas of B.C. are affected by the flooding?

That includes southern Vancouver Island, the South Coast, parts of the Interior and the Kootenay Region. Thousands of residents have been affected by the flooding. One woman is confirmed to have died and four others remain missing.

Are there floods in British Columbia?

Over 1,150 households still displaced, says Emergency Management B.C. In November 2021, historic flooding devastated communities in the interior and Fraser Valley regions of British Columbia.

Is B.C. Still flooding 2021?

Hundreds of residents in Merritt, B.C., still out of their homes 3½ months after devastating floods. Many residents of Merritt, B.C., in the areas hardest hit by the floods of November 2021 are continuing to struggle with cleanup and repairs.

Where on the Gold Coast is flooded?

There was flash flooding across many parts of the Gold Coast as the city couldn’t handle the deluge of rain as streets were inundated and many of the rivers and creeks broke their banks and experienced flooding including the Pimpama,- Coomera,- and Nerang Rivers, Albert and Logan Rivers, Mudgeeraba,- Tallebudgera,- and …

Is Southport flooded?

There are no flood warnings or alerts in this area. This service tells you your risk of flooding from rivers, the sea and groundwater.

How much water can knock you off your feet?

It only takes 6 inches of moving water to knock you off your feet. If you are trapped by moving water, move to the highest possible point and call 911 if possible. Do NOT drive into flooded roadways or around a barricade; Turn Around, Don’t Drown!

Is it a nice drive from Calgary to Vancouver?

The drive from Calgary to Vancouver is 680 miles of ever-changing views, forested mountains, glaciers, sparkling rivers, and waterfalls. The wildlife ranges from friendly birds to stay-away-from-me bears. Food, drink, and accommodations are offered all along the way.

Is Highway 1 between Revelstoke and Golden Open?

Highway 1 is closed in both directions between Revelstoke and Golden due to an avalanche. According to DriveBC, there is a high avalanche risk on the 142.5 km stretch of road between the two communities. An assessment is currently in progress. No detour available.