Heavy Rains Cause Localized Flooding and Mudslides

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The City of Abbotsford is currently experiencing heavy rainfall that has resulted in several localized emergencies within the City. Various small mud slides and localized flooding have occurred in many areas within the City. Currently no injuries have been reported.  All City resources are currently engaged in mitigating these emergencies including Abbotsford Police, Fire Rescue, Engineering and Public Works.

Please call 911 to report any flooding or mudslide emergencies.

Reception Centre for Displaced Residents:
The City of Abbotsford’s Emergency Support Services (ESS) has set-up a Reception Centre located at the Abbotsford Recreation Centre (ARC) 2499 McMillan Road for any residents displaced due to the flooding and/or landslide events currently occurring in the City.  

Roads Closed Due to Flooding and/or Mudslides:

  • Wright Street between Clayburn & Bateman
  • Gladwin Street between Downes and Townshipline Road
  • Dawson East of Sumas Mountain Road 
  • Whatcom between Westview and Sandringham
  • Cranberry Court
  • Briarwood Place
  • Lonzo Road

Please avoid these areas if possible. Abbotsford Fire Rescue, Abbotsford Police and City staff are on scene monitoring any potentially hazardous locations. Please do not attempt to travel past any of these closures. If you do not need to leave your home, please stay home.

For more information contact:

Bradley Gaudette
Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service
T: 604-864-4899
E: bgaudette@abbotsford.ca