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West Kelowna

West Kelowna's state of local emergency has been rescinded due to a reduction in the threat of flooding.

As of Monday morning, Okanagan Lake is at 342.58 meters. The Emergency Operations Centre has demobilized most of its flood protection measures, though some will remain in place until the lake drops closer to the full pool level of 342.48 meters.

CORD also advises residents should start demobilizing flood protection measures installed on their private property.

Sandbags can be returned at authorized locations, which can be viewed at www.cordemergency.ca/map.

Sandbags will be accepted until the end of June 28.

"Under no circumstances should sandbags be emptied into creeks, lakes, wetland, beaches or other watercourses as outlined in the Water Sustainability Act. The impact can destroy fish habitat and affect drinking water supply, infrastructure, flood control, navigation and recreational activities. It is also illegal," The EOC said.

Boaters are encouraged to keep their distance from the shoreline and keep speeds down to reduce potential shoreline erosion by wakes and waves as Okanagan Lake remains above full pool.

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