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Latest atmospheric river prompts flood preparations on Vancouver IslandAnd after last years devastating floods, some communities aren't taking any chances when it comes to rivers breaching their banks.WeatherNov 4, 2022
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Mayor of Altona ‘cautiously optimistic’ as more rain forecast for ManitobaThe Buffalo Creek has spilled over roadways and into yards, leaving some stranded.WeatherApr 26, 2022
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St. Andrews residents not worried about high water levels and upcoming rainDespite a forecast for heavy rains, St Andrews residents remain unconcerned.WeatherApr 10, 2022
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Sand, sandbags available for flood prevention in Regional District of North OkanaganWhile there have only been minor instances of localized flooding reported, the regional district is encouraging people to take precautionary measures.CanadaApr 21, 2020
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Volunteers pitch in as flooding cleanup effort begins in Saint JohnAccording to the city almost 75 volunteers have signed up to help dismantle sandbag fortifications and remove and any wet parts of affected homes.EnvironmentMay 1, 2019
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How Lumby, B.C. is preparing as spring flooding hitsFor one Lumby B.C. resident, the spring flooding season has started with an unwanted lake outside of his home. For the past three days, Marvin Moore has been running a sump pump, moving an average of 9,500 gallons of water an hour.WeatherMar 24, 2018
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20,000 sandbags deployed in Penticton to combat wave surgeWith warm weather and wind in the forecast, the City of Penticton is making preparations for rising lake levels and wave action.CanadaMay 22, 2017
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60,000 sandbags available for flooding, if required: CityThe City of Winnipeg replenished its stockpile of sandbags overnight.Apr 2, 2017
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