Environment Canada issues flood watch for parts of northern BC

DAWSON CREEK — A flood watch has been issued for some parts of Northern British Columbia.

The Peace Region, including tributaries around Fort St. John, Taylor, Chetwynd, Moberly Lake, Pine Pass, Hudson’s Hope, and Dawson Creek are all under the flood watch.

“A low-pressure system is expected to set up across British Columbia on Friday, bringing the risk of heavy rainfall to the Peace Region,” the Environment Canada release states.

Heavy rainfall will reportedly be felt by Northern BC communities according to Environment Canada. 30 to 50 mm is expected across the region.