The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary is urging residents of the Boundary area to prepare for potential evacuations at a momentsa国际传媒檚 notice.

Not to be confused with a formal evacuation alert, the RDKB advised Wednesday (May 3) that residents should prepare an emergency, or sa国际传媒榞rab and go,sa国际传媒� kit.

sa国际传媒淭here are many unknowns related to floodwaters and their impacts,sa国际传媒� a bulletin reads. sa国际传媒淏eing informed and having a plan are important to protect yourself, your family, your home and your property.sa国际传媒�

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Tips include:

sa国际传媒� Locate all family members and designate a meeting area outside the evacuation area, should an Evacuation Order be issued while separated.

sa国际传媒� Pack essential items such as government-issued ID, medications, eyeglasses, valuable papers (e.g., insurance, credit, and mortgage information), immediate care needs for dependents or pets, and, if time and space permits, keepsakes for quick departure.

sa国际传媒� Make arrangements to stay with family or friends (if possible).

sa国际传媒� Prepare to move disabled persons, children and/or neighbours, if assistance is needed.

sa国际传媒� Prepare to take pets with you and move livestock to a safe area (if possible).

sa国际传媒� Arrange transportation for all your household. sa国际传媒� Fill the gas tanks of personal vehicles.

sa国际传媒� Arrange accommodation for all members of the residence, if possible.

sa国际传媒� Monitor for information on a potential Evacuation Order and location of Reception Centres.

On Tuesday, the district activated its Regional Emergency Operations Centre to a level 3 in order to assist and collaborate with Grand Forks, Greenwood and Midway officials as the region prepares for flooding.

More details about emergency preparedness amid flood risks.

ashley.wadhwani@blackpress.ca
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