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Southern Alberta Flooding
Several communities in Southern Alberta are under a state of emergency after recent rainfall, forcing evacuations over worries of flooding.
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RT @ReidFiest: No access into DT #yyc. Langevin bridge, part of Memorial Dr and 4th Ave flyover shut down. #yycflood http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNRLgX-CMAAxWFM.jpg
by Global Calgary via twitter 6/21/2013 7:55:55 AM -
MT @colehofstra: Lower Macleod trail has become a river next to the Saddledome. #yycflood http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNRLzu0CAAELE8-.jpg
by Global Calgary via twitter 6/21/2013 7:57:36 AM -
Eerie drive around #yyc. Electricity out along Kensington Rd, West Hillhurst, Inglewood #globalyyc #abflood http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNRxeZ6CAAAzcXD.jpg
by Sarah Offin via twitter 6/21/2013 10:41:18 AM -
Parts of Mission under water. Police evacuating spectators, concerns bridge may collapse #globalyyc #abflood http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNR1NEdCEAAYEy_.jpg
by Sarah Offin via twitter 6/21/2013 10:57:36 AM -
Overland Flood Alert Updated Jun21 519AM Take necessary precautions. Okotoks http://emergencyalert.alberta.ca #ABemerg #ABfloodby AB Emergencyalert via twitter 6/21/2013 11:19:57 AM -
RT @GwynethMidgley: @GlobalCalgary reporting Drop Inn Centre now being evacuated #yycfloodby Sarah Offin via twitter 6/21/2013 1:52:01 PM
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With the peak this afternoon, there will be lots of big trees & debris in the water. Riverbanks in river valley will be compromised. #yqlby City of Lethbridge via twitter 6/21/2013 1:52:50 PM -
RT @LethbridgeCity: Update: Oldman river is now predicted to crest this afternoon in Lethbridge, approx. 2-3pm. #yqlby Mike McKinnon via twitter 6/21/2013 1:52:56 PM -
RT @LethbridgeCity: We are predicting Oldman River in Lethbridge at its peak will be higher than 2005 levels. For your safety, refrain from…by Mike McKinnon via twitter 6/21/2013 1:52:59 PM
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RT @LethbridgeCity: With the peak this afternoon, there will be lots of big trees & debris in the water. Riverbanks in river valley will be…by Mike McKinnon via twitter 6/21/2013 1:54:13 PM
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Residents in Paradise Canyon can stay home for now. Bridgeview Campground remains closed. #yqlby City of Lethbridge via twitter 6/21/2013 1:57:00 PM
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Red Deer: Evacuation order in place for residences adjacent to McKenzie Trail Recreation Area http://ow.ly/mg0Qs #Reddeer #abroadsby 511 Alberta via twitter 6/21/2013 1:59:00 PM -
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RT @10fourgoodbuddy: heavy rain & poor visibility NB #QE2 past Didsbury. Make sure your lights are on drivers! #abroads #abstormby 511 Alberta via twitter 6/21/2013 2:01:36 PM
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Core shopping centre in downtown #yyc not recommending retailers open. However, buiildings as a whole will remain open. #yycfloodby Global Calgary via twitter 6/21/2013 2:01:36 PM
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Looks like the Saddledome could be full of water. Picture of Stampede grounds thanks to Tim Lee, Global Calgary.by Global Calgary via twitter 6/21/2013 2:02:41 PM
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High Water Level Alert Updated Jun21 803AM Take necessary precautions. Canmore http://emergencyalert.alberta.ca #ABemerg #ABfloodby AB Emergencyalert via twitter 6/21/2013 2:03:13 PM
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If you're in #Banff you can get to #Golden. The highway is open to the west. But the highway is still closed to the east. No #Canmore accessby Banff Town via twitter 6/21/2013 2:03:23 PM -
Looks like the Saddledome could be full of water. Picture of Stampede grounds thanks to Tim Lee, Global Calgary.by Global Calgary via twitter 6/21/2013 2:03:28 PM
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A look at Roxboro, which remains very heavily flooded. #yyc http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNSfy_pCIAAMv8V.jpg
by Global Calgary via twitter 6/21/2013 2:03:41 PM -
RT @ab_emergalert: High Water Level Alert Updated Jun21 803AM Take necessary precautions. Canmore http://emergencyalert.alberta.ca #ABemerg #ABfloodby 511 Alberta via twitter 6/21/2013 2:05:06 PM
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The Town of #Banff remains on flood watch. Birch Ave, Bow Ave, Bow River Falls Road & Sundance closed. Stay clear of the Bow River #abfloodby Banff Town via twitter 6/21/2013 2:06:03 PM
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RT @CanmoreAlert: IMMEDIATE EVACUATION OF MONTAINE VILLAGE on KANANASKIS WAY! #Canmore #flood #Cougarcreekby Banff Town via twitter 6/21/2013 2:08:13 PM
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Stranded in West Bragg Creek. No internet. No phone. Bridge closed. That's it for now.by braggcreek via twitter 6/21/2013 2:08:53 PM -
RT @MyMcMurray: TRAFFIC: Accident by Spruceland Lumber has been cleared! #ymm @511Alberta @AMARoadReportsby 511 Alberta via twitter 6/21/2013 2:09:16 PM
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#Canmore update MT @CanmoreAlert: Residents in Montaine Village go to Canmore Collegiate High School for evacuation centre check in.by Banff Town via twitter 6/21/2013 2:09:32 PM
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RT @MedicineHatNews: Flood waters coming our way http://medicinehatnews.com/2013/06/news/local-news/flood-waters-coming-our-way/ #medhat #abstormby 511 Alberta via twitter 6/21/2013 2:11:13 PM
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RT @ABTransComm: Watch local news for coverage of 9 a.m. media conference with @Premier_Redford and @GriffMLA for #abflood update. #abroads…by 511 Alberta via twitter 6/21/2013 2:11:43 PM
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#Banff town crews are sandbagging Town infrastructure. There's a sandbag station for residents in parking lot at dog park. Bring a shovel.by Banff Town via twitter 6/21/2013 2:11:52 PM
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Canadian Forces says 31 people pulled from rooftops in southern Alberta: http://bit.ly/11RUG04by Global Calgary via twitter 6/21/2013 2:12:40 PM
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RT @Banff_Town: #Banff town crews are sandbagging Town infrastructure. There's a sandbag station for residents in parking lot at dog park. …by Global Calgary via twitter 6/21/2013 2:13:59 PM
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RT @Banff_Town: #Banff town crews are sandbagging Town infrastructure. There's a sandbag station for residents in parking lot at dog park. …by 511 Alberta via twitter 6/21/2013 2:14:32 PM
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RT @suncountry997: Volunteers needed at the High River Emergency Centre. Call 403-652-6967 they need food and coffee for about 150 people.by 511 Alberta via twitter 6/21/2013 2:15:19 PM
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Flash Flood Alert Jun21 816AM Take necessary precautions. Foothills #31 http://emergencyalert.alberta.ca #ABemerg #ABfloodby AB Emergencyalert via twitter 6/21/2013 2:16:25 PM
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Flooding Alert Ended Jun21 818AM Cochrane http://emergencyalert.alberta.ca #ABemerg #ABfloodby AB Emergencyalert via twitter 6/21/2013 2:18:18 PM
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#Canmore residents: Evacuate Mountain Village on Kananaskis Way. Go to Canmore Collegiate. Use caution at ponding on 17th Avenue. #abfloodby Banff Town via twitter 6/21/2013 2:22:33 PM
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#Hwy2 SBL closed from Granum to #Hwy3 Ft Macleod due to flooding. SB traffic detoured at Granum via Hwy519. Will take couple of hrs #abroadsby 511 Alberta via twitter 6/21/2013 2:25:18 PM
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High Water Level Alert Updated Jun21 826AM Take necessary precautions. Canmore http://emergencyalert.alberta.ca #ABemerg #ABfloodby AB Emergencyalert via twitter 6/21/2013 2:26:12 PM
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RT @ab_emergalert: High Water Level Alert Updated Jun21 826AM Take necessary precautions. Canmore http://emergencyalert.alberta.ca #ABemerg #ABfloodby 511 Alberta via twitter 6/21/2013 2:28:18 PM
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RT @660News: Town of #Cochrane cancels Flood Alert. #ABfloodsby 511 Alberta via twitter 6/21/2013 2:28:32 PM
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RT @LethCounty: The evacuation order for the County of Lethbridge is still in effect for all county residents in the Oldman River Valley.by Mike McKinnon via twitter 6/21/2013 2:28:39 PM
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Drinking water in #Banff is safe and not impacted by floods. Water and wastewater systems are operating normally. #abflood #abstormby Banff Town via twitter 6/21/2013 2:28:43 PM
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Voluntary evac still in place for #cochrane communities adjacent to river, if this becomes mandatory we will broadcast widelyby Truper McBride via twitter 6/21/2013 2:31:03 PM -
UPDATE: traffic is restricted on Southbound Deerfoot but it is NOT closed. Expect delays and please drive safely.by Global Calgary via twitter 6/21/2013 2:31:57 PM
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We are good for volunteers/supplies still, pls follow Cochrane Facebook and twitter, if this changes we will put out a callby Truper McBride via twitter 6/21/2013 2:31:59 PM