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Evacuation ORDER issued for Spruce Grove Campground

Flooding has prompted the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) to issue an Evacuation ORDER for Spruce Grove RV Park and Campground near Fairmont Hot Springs.

The RDEK said the ORDER requires everyone to leave the area until it is lifted.

Those in the campground are asked to take critical items, such as medicine, purse, wallet and keys if they are immediately available. Pets can be taken in a kennel or on a leash.

“Gather your family: take a neighbor or someone who needs help,” said the RDEK.

Those in need of transportation assistance are asked to call 250-489-9677.

A map outlining the area under Evacuation ORDER due to flooding on Jan 5, 2021. (Supplied by the RDEK)
R McCormack
R McCormack
Born and raised in Cranbrook, they graduated from Lethbridge College in 2019. They came back for a practicum position with 2dayFM in Cranbrook, resulting in a job as the Saturday show host before moving into the newsroom. They have covered a wide variety of topics ranging from federal politics to local interest. Their after-hours passion lies in local history, gardening and coin collecting.

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