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Signs have gone up around the community warning people to stay away from the river during break-up.
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During break-up, the river ice is very dangerous. It is unstable and unpredictable, with strong river currents underneath.
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Recent snowpack measurements show levels remain above normal, with some variability in the Smoky River basin. Conditions still point to a higher-than-normal potential for flooding, though there are no current issues in the town.
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Snowpack across the Peace River basin is above average, and conditions are being closely tracked in coordination with the Alberta River Forecast Centre. While there is still uncertainty in how the spring melt will unfold, current conditions support taking a proactive approach.
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Voyent Alert! is the Town of Peace River’s official system for emergency alerts and important local updates, including things like road closures, fire advisories, and river warnings.
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Our Town office is closed for Easter Friday and Easter Monday. Regular hours resume Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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Please regularly clear snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to your property, and apply sand or salt where needed to keep them safe.
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Council met for an Emergency Advisory Committee Meeting last night. This is an annual meeting to review past emergency management activities and discuss future ones, made all the more relevant with the impending spring river break-up.
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Did you know it's illegal to prune elm trees in Alberta from April through September? This is to prevent the spread of Dutch Elm Disease.
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There are a few things you can do to prepare your home and family in the case of an emergency.
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Tune in to hear Mayor Shelly Shannon detail the Town's preparations for the spring melt, updates on other projects, and more.
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