In the Bella Coola Valley weather-related events, including flooding can be a common occurrence in the fall and winter season.
Residents are responsible for having a plan, as well as the tools and equipment necessary to protect their homes and properties. In potential life threatening circumstances, the Central Coast Regional District may issue an Evacuation Alert or an Evacuation Order to residents living in a flood hazard area.
In advance of the rainy season Emergency Management BC provides resources to the CCRD to protect local infrastructure such as bridges, highways, communications, etc.
COPY & SAVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
IN THE EVENT OF A FLOOD EMERGENCY
Monitor the Regional District´s website Emergency Notices or Facebook page for information on weather updates and current evacuation alerts or orders.
Website: http://www.ccrd-bc.ca Facebook: Central Coast Regional District
To report potential flooding or for more information
CCRD Emergency Operations Centre (during an event): 250-982-0062
Central Coast Regional District: 250-799-5291
24/7 Provincial Emergency Reporting Number
Emergency Management BC - Emergency Coordination Centre 1-800-663-3456
Very dirty or muddy water, please report immediately!
For more information on Flood Preparedness; Creating a Personal Emergency Kit; Creating a Household Emergency Plan, plus current River Flow Levels from the BC River Forecast Centre, please check out:
http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery>
http://bcrfc.env.gov.bc.ca/