Tag: B.C. River Forecast Centre

The River Forecast Centre has issued a High Streamflow Advisory for the Skeena River and tributaries around Terrace and Kitsumkalum as warm temperatures and rapid snowmelt continue to raise river levels across northwest B.C.

Forecasters warn that parts of British Columbia face an elevated flood risk this spring due to above-normal snowpack, while some southern and coastal regions could see drought conditions this summer.

A Flood Watch is in effect for Terrace and Kitimat as an atmospheric river brings heavy rain and snowmelt to Northwest B.C., raising concerns about rising river levels, localized flooding, and potential road washouts through midweek.

Terrace and Kitimat have been updated to a flood warning as river levels rise above bankfull following heavy rain across the North Coast.

British Columbia’s water, land and resource stewardship minister is encouraging residents to conserve water, saying drought is worsening in parts of the province.