A number of self-fill sandbag stations have been set up across the East Kootenay as more rainfall is expected in the coming days.
The region was hit hard by rain last week, especially in the Elk Valley.
Coal Creek Road in Fernie is currently closed due to a washout.
While cleanup continues, the Regional District of East Kootenay said more rain is expected Tuesday, March 24.
In the Elk Valley, sandbag stations have been set up on Railway Avenue in Fernie next to the operations facility, in the Elk River Inn parking lot in Hosmer, and past the Mainroad yard and Fire Hall No. 1 on Engelmann Spruce Drive in Sparwood.
A station has also been set up behind the old barn at Mountainside Golf Course on Hot Springs Road in Fairmont for the Columbia Valley.
Kimberley also has a station behind Centennial Hall.
The RDEK flood response unit will monitor several locations around the region.
Anyone who sees widespread flooding should call the 24-hour emergency reporting line at 250-489-9677.
Residents are also urged to stay clear of moving waterways as levels remain high.
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