Sturgeon County and region are preparing for another significant rain event. Environment Canada is forecasting between 40 to 70 mm of rain from June 26-28. The County is ready to respond, if required. Some of the proactive measures the County’s taken include:
- Having an emergency staff response team on standby
- Adding contractor resources, including additional pumps and rig mats, to supplement internal crews and equipment
- Proactively working with regional partners to ensure coordinated response
The County is strongly urging residents to take precautionary measures to mitigate a chance of flood on their property by:
- Staying aware. Download the Alberta Emergency Alert app to stay informed.
- Use weather protection sealant around basement windows and the base of ground-level doors.
- Ensure downspout drainage moves water away from the property.
- Install a sump pump and zero reverse flow valves in basement floor drains if possible.
It is always a good idea to be prepared for an emergency, year-round. Other steps to prepare for an emergency event include:
- Maintaining an emergency kit stocked with water, food, battery-powered or crank radio and flashlight, extra batteries and food for your animals.
- Keeping a vehicle with a full tank.
- Have a plan in case of evacuation. Include your pets and livestock, where they will go and how they will get there.
Check out our other resources on how to prepare for severe summer storms, where to go for emergency notifications and what to do in an evacuation. The more informed residents are of the risks, the better they are able to respond to changing conditions.