Heavy rain and sudden snowmelt have people in many parts of B.C. anxiously watching their local rivers.
A local state of emergency remains in effect in one Prince George neighbourhood.
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The Liard River is expected to crest today and recede over the following days. Officials say the river is high, fast moving and very dangerous. 19 homes remain under evacuation alert, along with 14 businesses.
Rescue crews had to step in and save two teenagers who were swept away while out for a swim in the rushing Fraser River last night.
The B.C. river forecast centre is keeping a close watch on high water around the province today.
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