By CKPG Today

State of emergency

Quesnel declares a state of local emergency

Apr 24, 2020 | 4:33 PM

QUESNEL — The risk of flooding along Baker Creek has prompted the City of Quesnel to order a state of local emergency.

The City says this allows it to respond to the threat of flooding which could potentially result in the damage or loss of infrastructure, property or the environment.

There are no evacuation orders at this time and the City says it is working closely with Emergency Management BC to monitor the situation and will provide updates when available.

Residents are being asked to stay away from the areas of Baker Creek and obey all warning and hazard signs for their own safety and for the safety of City crews.

Residents are encouraged to register for the Cariboo Chilcotin Emergency Notification System to receive a text, call or email regarding evacuation alerts and orders.

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Earlier today, a seven-day state of local emergency was declared in Williams Lake due to flooding.