Environment Canada issued a rainfall warning for the North Shore, forecasting heavy rain to begin around noon on Tuesday, December 17 into the morning of Wednesday, December 18.
Rainfall amounts of 50 to 70 mm are expected. Travel may be difficult in some areas and heavy downpours can cause water pooling on roads.
Learn more about the District's storm preparations here.
During periods of heavy rainfall:
- Please take a few minutes to clear leaves from catch basins near your property so that rainwater can drain from the streets.
- Slow down and drive carefully.
- Stay clear of rivers due to quickly flowing water and potentially unstable riverbanks.
- Have an emergency plan and kit to help you and your family be prepared for a power outage.
Report a problem
Call our dispatch line 24/7 at 604-925-7100 to report flooding and fallen trees on roads and sidewalks and for emergency service to roads, parks, water, and sewer.
Report non-emergency issues by submitting an online service request. Please include a photo of the issue, if available.
Power outages and trees on power lines
If you lose power, check the BC Hydro website for a list of reported power outages. To report an outage, contact BC Hydro at 1-888-769-3766. If you see a downed power line, stay back at least 10 metres (about the length of a bus) and call 9-1-1.
Weather alerts & resources
- Environment Canada: Alerts for Metro Vancouver
- DriveBC road conditions
- Sign-up for Alertable notifications