The BC River Forecast Centre has issued a FLOOD WATCH for the entire West Kootenay region, this includes tributaries around Trout Lake, Lardeau River, Kaslo, Nakusp, and Nelson.
Warmer weather over the past few days has led to increased snowmelt rates and rising river levels through the region. Severe weather, including moderate to heavy rainfall is expected to begin later Friday and extend through Monday and early Tuesday. Current modelling indicates the potential for the heaviest rains in the West Kootenay region - 50 to 100+ mm are expected through Monday.
High river flows are expected late Friday through Monday or Tuesday across the region. The current high end precipitation scenarios in weather models indicate the potential for flooding through the Kootenays.
Fast-flowing rivers pose increased risk to safety. Stay away from rivers and river banks, which can be unstable. Never drive through floodwaters, as unseen hazards and current can be life threatening.
Please report any erosion or flooding to the Provincial Emergency Coordination Centre at 1.800.663.3456
Please view the full Flood Watch document below:
BC River Forecast Centre Flood Watch Document
