Town of Peace River, Alta. cancels evacuation alert as flood threat recedes

Town of Peace River, Alta. cancels evacuation alert as flood threat recedes

The Town of Peace River has cancelled an evacuation alert after the threat of flooding eased overnight, but residents are being advised to be prepared for changing conditions.

Northern Alberta town issues flood alert covering areas including entire downtown

A northern Alberta town has issued a flood warning and told residents in an area that includes all of its downtown to be ready to leave on short notice. The Town of Peace River says people should be prepared to evacuate if they live between the Highway 2 bridge and 104 Avenue in the south end because of possible flooding along the Heart River.   No evacuation is required at this time, but residents are advised to fuel up their vehicles, and gath…