As of 12:45 p.m., Friday, June 21...

  The Town of Drumheller remains vigilant as Alberta Environment holds to its river flow projections of 1,000 m3/s.    

  This level is consistent with earlier projections - expected to amount to a 1 in 10 year flood event - only expected to affect low lying areas in the Drumheller Valley. As a comparable - the 2005 Drumheller Flood flow-rates approached (1,500 m3/s) and was characterized as a 1 in 100 flood event.   

  Some areas of the suburb communities of Nacmine, Rosedale and East Coulee will be susceptible to flooding, expected to arrive within 30 to 54 hours (Sunday morning to Monday morning). 

  We continue to emphasize that flood conditions can change due to rainfall and increased river flow and other variables that may change these projections. Residents in low-lying areas should exercise caution to ensure the protection of homes and personal property. 

  At this point - only residents in high risk flood areas should acquire sand bags at the Town's Public Works shop - located at 117 - 7th Avenue SE in Drumheller.  

  We continue to stress to citizens that the best way to be informed about the situation is to monitor local internet and radio based media as well as the Town’s Facebook page and website for the latest information at

  For the latest updates, keeping monitoring The Drumheller Mail website and Facebook page, radio, and Town of Drumheller webiste and Facebook.

    Along with the property damage caused by flooding, drinking water can easily become contaminated.
    The Mail has learned there are currently no concerns over Drumheller’s water supply. Drinking water should remain safe, provided flooding remains minimal.
    “At this point, most of the things that happened in 2005 helped us prepare. Because this is looking like a one in ten year event, our water supply should be pretty safe,” said Paul Salvatore, Director of Community Services with the Town of Drumheller.
    However, residents should still prepare for the worst.
    “We always recommend if people have containers, to fill them up with water,” said Salvatore.
    To prepare, have at least two litres of water ready per person per day. Any water should be placed in small containers that can be carried easily in the event of an evacuation order. Also, have water purifying tablets ready just in case.