Alberta Flood Watch 2013

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Originally Posted by Bigtime

So since we are downstream of all the fun stuff happening in Canmore right now, when does that hit us? Or how much can be minimized with the damns between us and them?

The dams help a lot.

2005 was much worse than this for rainfall, and the Bow didn't spill its banks then.

The Bow and Elbow below the dam are still only at "flood watch."

[You Need a Thneed]

Hwy 1A, eat of Exshaw:

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City of Calgary Activates Municipal Emergency Plan

http://newsroom.calgary.ca/pr/calgar...al-246927.aspx

As of 8:28 a.m., the Municipal Emergency Plan (MEP) was activated and the Emergency Operations Centre was opened.

This decision was undertaken due to the anticipated heavy rains and flows on the Elbow and Bow Rivers throughout the day and into tomorrow which may have an impact on the city of Calgary.

Citizens are reminded to:
Stay away from rivers and creeks as the water is rising and moving quickly, and banks may be unstable.
Avoid storm water ponds and storm drains, and do not let children play near them.
Do not drive through flooded areas such as underpasses.
If you experience basement seepage or overland flooding, call 3-1-1 to report.
If you or someone else is in imminent danger, call 9-1-1. Remember that 9-1-1 is for emergencies only; please use 3-1-1 for reporting non-emergency issues.
Monitor local media and City of Calgary messages.
The Calgary Emergency Management Agency and its partners are continuing to assess the situation and will provide updates. A media availability will be scheduled later this morning or early afternoon.

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High River train bridge:

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[Rhettzky]

City has also activated the Water Emergency Operations Center citing river flows and precipitation that was greater than anticipated. Sand bags and portable dams mixed with gauge reading in full effect.

[surferguy]

If things get bad for the city does anybody know where I can volunteer to move sandbags if needed?

[You Need a Thneed]

Compare that video of Cougar creek from today, to what people though was somewhat remarkable a year ago:

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Mandatory Evacuation order given for NW High River.

[surferguy]

I got a feeling it is going to be real bad in High River today

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High River:



Google Streetview of same place.

[troutman]

Dad says Threepoint Creek at Millarville came up a lot over night, but not too bad. Will probably drop later when rain lets up. No flooding in the basement so far.

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Canmore - Cougar Creek:

[KevanGuy]

Critical Alert - Flash Flood
From: Municipal District of Foothills No. 31
Issued: Thu Jun 20 9:54 AM 2013


expand/contract Area: Foothills #31 View Map
expand/contract Description:
There is extremely dangerous and rapid flooding occurring throughout the M.D. of Foothills.

The Municipal District of Foothills No 31 declared a State of Local Emergency at 9:20 am.

MANDATORY EVACUATIONS:
-All residents living next to rivers, creeks and streams are advised to leave these areas immediately
-All campgrounds near rivers or streams in the MD of Foothills including: Riverbend, Country Lane RV Park, Hogg Park and Nature’s Hideaway

All those who are evacuating these locations can proceed to the reception centre that is currently open at the FCSS Centre at Charles Clark Medical Centre in High River.
expand/contract Instructions:
The public is being warned to stay away from rivers, creeks and streams. Water levels are rising extremely quickly and there is a risk of being swept away in the current or riverbanks eroding in the area. Seek high ground and shelter.
For further information please visit the MD of Foothills website at www.mdfoothills.com and check local media.


http://www.emergencyalert.alberta.ca/

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I think there might be a whole bunch of missing houses in Canmore after today:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v...type=2&theater

[nik-]

For fellow Sunnysiders, what are the chances this year becomes a problem for us?

There's nothing worse than a watered down Latte

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Originally Posted by fotze

I can't picture in my mind where houses in Canmore that look like that. Where is that?

Appears to be here.

[KevanGuy]

Originally Posted by fotze

I can't picture in my mind where houses in Canmore that look like that. Where is that?

Im pretty sure it is here, look south to see that bridge:

http://maps.google.ca/maps?q=canmore...224.2,,0,20.84

[Bigtime]

Originally Posted by nik-

For fellow Sunnysiders, what are the chances this year becomes a problem for us?

There's nothing worse than a watered down Latte

Knock on wood but my basement has never had an issue (good thing I work in a lumber store).

We do have that nice beefy 100 year flood berm to keep our lattes safe.

[JD]

Originally Posted by nik-

For fellow Sunnysiders, what are the chances this year becomes a problem for us?

There's nothing worse than a watered down Latte

Not sure if your question is serious or not, but things have to get really, really bad before the Bow spills its banks. 2005 is good evidence of that.