Sandbag

• Latest atmospheric river prompts flood preparations on Vancouver Island

  And after last years devastating floods, some communities aren't taking any chances when it comes to rivers breaching their banks.

  Weather

  Nov 4, 2022
  
• Mayor of Altona ‘cautiously optimistic’ as more rain forecast for Manitoba

  The Buffalo Creek has spilled over roadways and into yards, leaving some stranded.

  Weather

  Apr 26, 2022
  
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• St. Andrews residents not worried about high water levels and upcoming rain

  Despite a forecast for heavy rains, St Andrews residents remain unconcerned.

  Weather

  Apr 10, 2022
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• Sand, sandbags available for flood prevention in Regional District of North Okanagan

  While there have only been minor instances of localized flooding reported, the regional district is encouraging people to take precautionary measures.

  Canada

  Apr 21, 2020
• Volunteers pitch in as flooding cleanup effort begins in Saint John

  According to the city almost 75 volunteers have signed up to help dismantle sandbag fortifications and remove and any wet parts of affected homes.

  Environment

  May 1, 2019
• How Lumby, B.C. is preparing as spring flooding hits

  For 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.

  Weather

  Mar 24, 2018
• 20,000 sandbags deployed in Penticton to combat wave surge

  With warm weather and wind in the forecast, the City of Penticton is making preparations for rising lake levels and wave action.

  Canada

  May 22, 2017
• 60,000 sandbags available for flooding, if required: City

  The City of Winnipeg replenished its stockpile of sandbags overnight.

  Apr 2, 2017