Ice Jam Watch issued for Peace River at town

The Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (AEPA) River Forecast Centre has issued an Ice Jam Watch for the Peace River at the Town of Peace River.

Freeze-up occurred on February 3 without incident, and the ice front has been advancing rapidly due to the recent cold temperatures.

However, with warmer weather expected starting Wednesday, the newly formed ice cover could destabilize, potentially causing a freeze-up ice jam and rapid changes in water levels.

The risk of flooding remains low, as river flows are lower during this time of year.

We are monitoring the situation closely and remain in regular contact with AEPA.

Residents are reminded to:

Stay clear of riverbanks, boat launches, and shore areas. Barricades are in place at common access points.

Report any potential flooding concerns to the Town of Peace River’s Public Works department at 780-624-3085 (monitored 24/7).

Use this as a reminder to make sure your 72-hour Emergency Preparedness Kit is ready and available. More information on that can be found here: https://www.alberta.ca/build-an-emergency-kit

To reiterate, the risk of flooding is low. However, it’s always best to be prepared.

We will post updates on our social media, website, and through Voyent Alert (which you can sign up for at https://www.peaceriver.ca/…/emergen…/voyent-alert-system)