Media Advisory: 2018 Flood Readiness

With a higher-than-average snowpack, overland flooding affecting several Alberta communities and the five-year anniversary of the 2013 Southern Alberta flood, we know that river flooding is top-of-mind for Calgarians. It is our priority at The City of Calgary to monitor, manage and reduce flood risk, and to ensure citizens understand their risk and have the information they need to prepare.

River flooding is most likely to occur between May 15 and July 15 due to the combination of snow melt and heavy rainfall events.

Media are invited to a photo/interview opportunity with Frank Frigo, leader of Watershed Analysis, who will speak about the 2018 river flood forecast, flood readiness information and river flood management strategy.

What: 2018 Flood Readiness

When: Monday, May 14, 2018

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Where: 25 Ave. & Erlton St. SW, along the Elbow River pathway on the east side of the bridge. Please see attached map. In the event of rain, this availability will take place in the lobby of the Calgary Water Centre, on Spiller Road (a few blocks east of this location).

Who: Frank Frigo, Leader Watershed Analysis

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