Sandbags

• Armstrong, B.C. readying residents for potential flooding

  Snow and ice in the area mountains is thawing and that contributes to increased water levels in Meighan and Deep Creeks, City of Armstrong staff say.

  Canada

  Mar 23, 2023
  
• Manitoba town continues fight against flooding during state of emergency

  Provincial crews will be removing part of the gate portion of the town's dam Wednesday, in an effort to relieve pressure on the structure.

  Environment

  May 18, 2022
  
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• Regional district monitoring water levels for run-off in communities of Tulameen, Coalmont

  The RDOS is encouraging residents to be prepared for high water and to take steps to protect their homes and property.

  Environment

  May 7, 2022
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• Sand, sandbags now available for North Westside residents, says regional district

  The Central Okanagan regional district says self-serve sandbag supplies are available at the Killiney Beach and Westside Road fire stations in preparation for spring flooding.

  Canada

  Mar 9, 2022
• Sand deliveries in Kelowna neighbourhoods ‘a precaution’: City

  Every year, between April and May, local streams and creeks swell with melted snow from the mountains. 

  Weather

  Apr 14, 2021
• With spring nearing, West Kelowna setting up sand, sandbag locations

  The city said eight self-serve stations will be set up throughout the city by Friday, March 12, and that crews will routinely check stations for supplies and restock as needed.

  Canada

  Mar 10, 2021
• Sand, sandbags ready for high water this weekend, say Kelowna, West Kelowna

  The city says those who’ve experienced Mission Creek flooding in the past should be prepared for possible flooding this weekend.

  May 29, 2020
• Higher water levels expected in local reservoir and spillways, says City of Kelowna

  The city said once water moves into spillways, residents will start seeing higher and faster volumes of water moving through the area.

  Environment

  May 16, 2020
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• City of West Kelowna sets up annual, precautionary sandbagging stations

  City says residents will need to bring their own shovels and gloves to sandbag, and that social distancing rules should be followed.

  Apr 4, 2020
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• City of Winnipeg says 57 properties potentially at risk for spring flooding

  The report says predicted water levels are between 19 and 20.5 feet at the James Avenue gauge, putting 57 properties at potential risk of river flooding.

  Environment

  Apr 1, 2020