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Posted on: August 19, 2023

Shuswap Emergency Program Update - August 19, 2023

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The Columbia Shuswap Regional District would like to give a massive thank you to the fire fighters and volunteers working tirelessly throughout this difficult time. 

End of day update from the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, Aug 19 2023:

  • Columbia Shuswap Regional District has issued an Evacuation Order for parts of Sorrento and parts of Skimikin. 
  • Users of the MacArthur Heights / Reedman Heights Waterworks water system are under a Boil Water Advisory 
  • Evacuation Information Please Call: 250-833-3350.
  • Evacuees can contact ESS for more information: 250-833-3360.
  • If you are evacuated and need help with livestock or can host livestock, please use the Agricultural Line at the Emergency Operations Centre: 250-833-3399 during operation hours.
  • Here is a resource to find out if you’re under an Evacuation Alert or Order; the CSRD dashboard provides a function where you can type in your address and see your status: https://www.csrd.bc.ca/206/Shuswap-Emergency-Program

 Keep informed. 


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