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Your Classified Connection / Vol. 25 No. 19 May 9, 2014
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Slide area remains unstable
Inside Shuswap
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Evacuation: Residents can expect to be out of their homes for at least 30 days, possibly 60.
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n Long-time barrel racer Konnie Herman of Chase pushes for the best time in her race. The BC Barrel Racing Association Chase Series is underway with only four events left in Chase. Come out and support local barrel racers on May 15 and 29 followed by June 12 and 26. Start time is 7 p.m.
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The hazard level surrounding the McIntrye Creek channel remains extreme and the owners of seven residences under evacuation order have been given notice that they will not be allowed into the homes for at least 30 and possibly up to 60 days. In a news release issued Tuesday, Cathy Semchuk, Shuswap Emergency Program information officer, says after a lengthy discussion regarding public safety, a decision was made to conduct further field and site assessments before making a determination on what emergency works will be necessary to mitigate the hazard. Heavy rain that fell on already saturated ground contributed to a mudslide which blocked Sunnybrae Canoe Point road and damaged one residence in the McIntyre Creek area on April 23. The affected residences include a combination of year-round and summer homes. The two couples who have been evacuated are receiving support through the Provincial Emergency Program. Rains are also in the forecast for this weekend, which may create further instability and increase the potential for further slides in the creek area. The Shuswap Emergency Program stresses that due to the instability of the area, the public is asked to keep clear of the incident site. However, if you are required to travel through the work site, be aware that it is a ‘no stop’ zone. Shuswap residents are asked to call the Provincial Emergency Reporting Line at 1-800-6633456 to report any type of debris flow.
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