The City's Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) is prepared to deal with emergencies like floods within Pitt Meadows. The City has a comprehensive flood emergency plan based on the Fraser River levels in Mission measured by the Mission gauge combined with weather events. View real-time river level data for the Mission gauge here.
Current Flood Status
Please see our Emergency Alerts page for any current flood alerts or high streamflow advisories.
Visit pittmeadows.ca/floodpreparation to learn how the City prepares for and prevents flooding, and how you can help protect your own property in the event of a flood.
River Levels and Flood Response
Flooding in Pitt Meadows is largely determined by what is happening in the Cariboo region coming through Prince George via the Fraser River. Flooding will typically show up in Mission first.
The City of Pitt Meadows has a detailed flood response plan based on river levels measured by the Mission gauge:
Rising river level has filled its natural banks, but has not spilled over into the floodplain
Localized flooding may be present
What the City’s Doing
Inspecting dikes regularly
Continuing planning activities
What You Can Do
Monitor the City’s website and social media channels or local media for updates about sandbagging stations or possible evacuation procedures or routes.
If a flood warningis in effect, shut off electricity to areas that are at risk of flooding and move small appliances, electronics and smaller furniture to upper floors or areas not likely to be affected.
Make sure your grab-and-go bag is ready, if you need to evacuate.
Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) activated to Level 1 or 2
Local State of Emergency may be declared
River banks are full; flooding anticipated
Possible flood alerts
What the City’s Doing
Inspecting dikes more frequently
Monitoring and preparing for flood response
What You Can Do
If an evacuation alert has been issued, be ready to leave on short notice.
Gather your grab-and-go bags, emergency plan and important documents.
Ensure your vehicle has fuel and is parked away from waterways.
Do NOT attempt to shut off electricity if water is present.
Use sandbags to block floor drains and toilets to prevent sewage back-up.
Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) activated to Level 3
Possible flood evacuation order
Provincial State of Emergency may be declared
Possible river widening into floodplain adjacent to the dikes
Extensive flooding of unprotected areas outside of the City’s diking system
What the City’s Doing
Daily monitoring and repair of dikes
What You Can Do
If an evacuation order has been issued, you are in danger and must leave immediately.
Follow instructions from officials and evacuate using designated routes.
Do not attempt to cross rivers or flowing streams.
Do not drive or walk across flooded roads: Two feet of water can carry away most vehicles and six inches of fast-moving water can knock an adult off their feet.
If your car begins to flood, abandon it and head to higher ground.
Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) activation levels reduced
Flooding receding
What the City’s Doing
Continuing monitoring
Supporting community recovery
What You Can Do
Once officials determine the situation is safe, the evacuation order will be rescinded and you can return home.
Continue to stay tuned for other possible evacuation alerts or orders.
River levels returning to normal
What the City’s Doing
Replacement and restoration of essential services and properties begins.
What You Can Do
Disaster financial assistance may be available for property owners.
Flood Preparation
Find out how you can prepare for flooding and what the City does to prepare.
