Current Emergency Information

Last updated: 1100 hrs, June 22, 2026.

ENDED - High Streamflow Advisory - Skeena River from Kitwanga through Usk and Terrace

The River Forecast centre ended the High Streamflow Advisory for the areas listed below on June 21, 2026.


On Monday, June 15, 2026, the River Forecast Centre issued a High Streamflow Advisory for:

Skeena River, including the mainstem from Kitwanga downstream through Usk and Terrace

A High Streamflow Advisory means that river levels are rising or expected to rise rapidly, but major flooding is not expected. Minor flooding in low-lying areas is possible.

What's happening:

The Skeena River has been rising in response to increased snowmelt runoff. The Skeena River at Usk (Water Survey of Canada gauge 08EF001) is currently at 3220 m3/s (8.9m gauge height) and rising. Elevated flows are expected to continue into the middle of the week, with the potential to see further rises to 9.5 to 10.0 m at the Skeena River at Usk gauge.

What you can do:

Fast-flowing rivers pose increased risk to safety - stay away from rivers and river banks, which can be unstable. Never drive through floodwaters, as unseen hazards and current can be life-threatening.

We will provide updates as they become available, or you can visit the River Forecast Centre website for the most recent updates.

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