Alberta Emergency Alert - Flash Flood Alert Updated

Description: Alberta Emergency Alert - Flash Flood Alert Updated

Water levels continue to rise at Fort Vermilion creating dangerous situations and flooding along the Peace River. Buttertown residents are asked to evacuate to High Level. Fort Vermilion residents are asked to evacuate to the receception centre at the Fort Vermilion Complex at 5001 – 44 Avenue. All evacuees are asked to check into the reception centre or call 780 927 3718 to register.

The reception centre is located at the Fort Vermilion Community Complex at 5001 – 44 Avenue. Use the curling rink entrance.

Area: Mackenzie #23

Affected areas (15):

• High Level
• Mackenzie No. 23
• Rainbow Lake
• Fox Lake 162
• John d'Or Prairie 215
• Tall Cree 173
• Tall Cree 173A
• Beaver Ranch 163
• Boyer 164
• Child Lake 164A
• Hay Lake 209
• Bushe River 207
• Upper Hay River 212
• Carcajou 187
• Fort Vermillion 173B

Action to take:

• A mandatory evacuation is in effect for low lying areas of Fort Vermilion and Buttertown
• Leave the area if it safe to do so
• If you need assistance call 9 1 1
• Follow the directions of local authorities
• Avoid low lying areas.

Additional information:

• Broadcast Audio

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