Evacuation order remains for Keremeos residents displaced by rockslide – Okanagan | 24CA News
Dozens of Keremeos, B.C., residents stay on an evacuation order following a rockslide final week.
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) says they’re awaiting the ultimate engineering report on the rockslide.
“A summary indicates there is still risk to life due to cooling and warming temperatures, creating an opportunity for freeze-thaw conditions that could contribute to further rock fall,” learn an RDOS replace on Friday.
An evacuation order was issued on Monday for residents of close by Eagle RV Park and Campground. They have been unable to return residence since then.
“Please stay clear of the property on Evacuation Order until further notice,” stated the RDOS.
According to the RDOS, safety stays on website to guard properties below evacuation. Any evacuees who require entry to their property are being requested to make a proper request by means of the RDOS Emergency Operations Centre by calling 250-486-1890.
