Following Monday’s flash flooding, the City of Penticton’s Emergency Operations Centre is shifting the focus to recovery and support for impacted residents.
In total, the EOC received 86 calls reporting flood damage and all locations have received an initial rapid damage assessment from Penticton Fire Department. The properties will be revisited by the City's Rapid Assessment Response Team to confirm conditions.
Public Works crews are also assessing the impact from the flash floods on City infrastructure and ensuring all systems are operational.
The City of Penticton is assembling information to support residents at as they deal with the after effects of the flooding. Residents affected can also call 250-490-2307 ext. 7 with questions or visit www.penticton.ca/flooding.
Emergency Support Services has supported 16 evacuees to date. If you were told to evacuate yesterday due to the flooding, call ESS at 1-833-498-3770 and a team member will support you and your family.
Residents affected by flooding are advised to contact insurance companies immediately and consider hiring professionals for assistance with cleanup.
More information available here at Prepared BC Flood Preparedness Guide