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The following is an update after the 11:00 Emergency Operations Center Briefing:
Current river flow is 1150 m3 which is consistent with our 2005 levels
Sandbagging has also been set up at East Coulee Community Center
The Reception center reported 5 residents spending the evening at the center. The majority of evacuees appear to be using alternate locations.
The Drumheller Health Center has evacuated acute care and continuing care patients. Emergency Services are still open to residents
Both school boards have confirmed there will be no classes tomorrow.
Atco Electric indicates the only power that has been turned off is Nacmine Campground
RCMP is requesting residents remain indoors after 10:00 PM tonight to keep roads open for emergency personnel only as they prepare for the river cresting.
The Emergency Operations Center will remain open
We will continue to provide updates throughout the day if conditions change.