Fraser River
July 09 2020
0830 hrs
Wardle Street is now open to vehicular traffic between Allison and 7th Avenues. The Rotary Trails however will remain closed until further notice. Please respect the fast flowing water and exercise caution around our rivers.
July 06, 2020
1530 hrs
With the Fraser River peaking once again at levels higher than previous this year, road and trail closures remain in effect. Please respect these and continue to be cautious around river banks and fast flowing water.
July 03, 2020
1515 hrs
The forecast for further high levels of the Fraser River continues through the weekend and into next week. Again, please respect the road and trail closures and be mindful and remain clear of the river banks and the fast moving water of not only the Fraser River but others in the area including the Coquihalla and SIlver Creek.
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July 02, 2020
1515 hrs
A reminder to residents along the Fraser River that we continue to expect another significant rise in water levels due to heavy rains in the Fraser River watershed. Those that live in the usual low lying areas of Wardle, Landstrom, Bristol Island, Haig Station and Tom Berry Rd should be diligent and aware of the potential for further high water and seepage. Please respect closures and remain clear of river banks and fast moving water. We continue to monitor the situation and will update as information becomes available.
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June 30, 2020
1520hrs
Due to the forecast of heavy rains in the Fraser River watershed, the Province of BC has advised the communities along the Fraser of a potential for extremely high flows in the coming days. Residents along Wardle, Landstrom, Bristol Island, Haig Station and Tom Berry should be made aware of the potential for high water and seepage. The District of Hope has reactivated our Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) and continues to monitor the situation and will provide more information as it becomes available.
June 26, 2020
1330 Hrs
Be advised that Wardle Street has now been closed between Allison and 7th due to high water flow on the Fraser River. Please be aware and stay clear.
June 24, 2020
1030 Hrs
The Rotary Trails have been closed once again as the Fraser River surges in height. The District continues to monitor the Fraser River and reminds residents and visitors to remain clear of banks and fast flowing water.
June 12, 2020
1300 Hrs
As water levels on the Fraser River begin to subside, the District of Hope has stood down our Emergency Operations Centre in response to the Spring Freshet. In addition, the Rotary Trails at 7th and Wardle have been reopened. The River Forecast Centre advises that while levels have subsided, the Fraser will continue to be high and fast flowing. Please be mindful and stay clear of river banks and fast moving water.
June 05, 2020
1115 Hrs
While we experience the highest river levels and volumes of this year's Spring Freshet, they remain seasonal. The District of Hope EOC continues to monitor the river and forecasts with an ongoing reminder to be prepared always and maintain your distance from the banks and fast moving water that will continue.
June 01, 2020
1300 Hrs
River levels and velocity of the Fraser will remain high through this week. The District continues to monitor the situation again reminding the public to adhere to any trail or road closures as a result and to stay clear of banks and fast moving water.
May 28, 2020
1200 Hrs
Due to the high water and forecast for increased velocity of the Fraser River, the District of Hope has activated our Emergency Operations Centre to monitor the annual Spring Freshet. As a precaution, the Rotary Trails have been closed. We continue to monitor the river levels and should other measures be required as a result, the public will be kept informed. People are reminded to stay clear of fast moving water and respect any trail and road closures as a result.
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Real-Time Hydrometric Data Graph for Fraser River at Hope
Evacuation Alerts: None
Evacuation Orders: None
Closures: Rotary Trails