High water alert issued for Kneehill County | DrumhellerMail
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High water alert issued for Kneehill County

 

A High Water Level Alert has been issued for Kneehill County.

The Alert was issued at 5:09 p.m.  It states “There are elevated water levels in streams, rivers, and other bodies of water that may create dangerous situations or lead to flooding. The latest information for possible flooding in Kneehill County low lying areas show the river may rise by approximately 3 metres overnight or by early morning.”

The Alert advises to “Avoid rivers, valleys and low lying areas. Be aware of areas known to flood easily such as streams, drainage channels and canyons. Take all necessary precautions. Prepare for possible evacuation.”


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