Event CategoryDisaster
Event GroupNatural
Event SubgroupMeteorological - Hydrological
Event TypeFlood
PlaceSouthern British Columbia
Event Start DateMay 1, 1997
Event End DateMay 1, 1997
CommentsSouthern BC, May 1, 1997. Below average temperatures, steady precipitation, a heavier than usual snow pack and extensive ground saturation caused flooding in the southern regions of BC. Extensive damage was done to agricultural lands, public works, private property and businesses. Precipitation in notable sites was 40110% above normal. Riverbank erosion, washouts, road closures and landslides affected many communities. The following areas flooded: Kettle River, Kicking Horse River, Elk River, Okanagan Lake, Columbia River, Salmon River, Slocan River, Shuswap Lake South Thompson River and Bulkley river.
Fatalities0
Injured / Infected0
Evacuated0
Estimated Total Cost$40,114,688
Federal DFAA Payments$15,472,238
Provincial DFAA Payments$10,407,813
Provincial Department PaymentsUnknown
Municipal Costs$14,234,637
OGD CostsUnknown
Insurance PaymentsUnknown
NGO PaymentsUnknown
Utility - People Affected0
Magnitude0.0