An Evacuation Order has been issued by the Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen due to immediate danger to life and safety due to flooding in four properties 6km west of Keremeos in Electoral Area “G”.
The Evacuation Order is in effect for the following addresses:
- 3455 Highway 3, Units 15, 16, & 17
- 3491 Highway 3
Property owners are requested to leave their properties, and check in with Emergency Support Services located at Penticton Community Centre.
The Reception Centre will be open until 4 p.m. today. Please call (250) 490-4225 if you are unable to get to the reception center before it closes.
The Reception Centre at Sonora Community Centre is open until Noon.
It is important for all evacuees to check in with the ESS even if they do not intend to utilize housing and personal services - call 250-490-4225.
If you have pets or livestock that need to be cared for and billeted, please contact alert Animal Emergency Team for support at: 250-809-7152.