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- calendar_today November 12, 2026
Pemberton Issues Evacuation Alert and Orders in Response to Flooding Threat
The village of Pemberton is under an evacuation alert, with a specific section currently under evacuation order. Local officials have warned that extremely high river flows combined with significant precipitation could result in dangerous flooding conditions throughout the area.
Details of Evacuation Orders and Alerts
The evacuation alert was expanded late on Wednesday night, with authorities in Pemberton advising residents to shelter in place if it remains safe, and to prepare for the potential loss of road access. The evacuation order mandates immediate evacuation for residents and facilities in the affected zone.
Areas and Properties Under Orders and Alerts
According to officials, the evacuation order covers several key locations, including the Pemberton Regional Airport, the B.C. Wildfire Service base, local golf course facilities, an animal shelter, and a small number of residential properties. The entire village of Pemberton, along with properties within the Electoral Area C portion of the Pemberton Valley, falls under the broader evacuation alert.
The Líl̓wat Nation has also issued evacuation orders covering people living from Kwetsa7 along the Lillooet River corridor to Lillooet Lake. Residents affected by the order are instructed to leave the area immediately.
Road Closures Affecting the Area
High river flows have already made travel challenging, with several roads including sections of Pemberton Meadows Road and Highway 99 currently impassable. The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District has advised people to be prepared for additional road closures as conditions evolve.
Rising River Levels and Warnings
The River Forecast Centre has issued a flood warning for the Pemberton Valley, noting that river levels have “been rising rapidly since late Tuesday night.” The centre expects the situation to continue to escalate into Thursday. Additional flood warnings are in effect for the Kingcome River, parts of the South Coast such as Howe Sound, Sea-to-Sky, the North Shore, and Vancouver Island.
High streamflow advisories are also currently in place for southern Vancouver Island, the Fraser Valley, Fraser Canyon, and Chilcotin, highlighting the widespread nature of the current flooding threat related to high rainfall and river flows.
Rainfall and Weather Advisories
Environment Canada has issued rainfall warnings for east, inland, and west Vancouver Island, as well as parts of the Sunshine Coast. Residents are urged to stay informed by monitoring updates from local authorities and following recommended safety precautions throughout the ongoing weather event.
Summary
Pemberton and nearby communities, including the Líl̓wat Nation and the broader Pemberton Valley, are responding to serious flooding threats caused by rapidly rising river levels and heavy rainfall. With both evacuation alerts and orders in place, residents should remain alert to changing conditions and adhere to official evacuation directives for their safety.
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Source: cbc.ca.
