Friday, March 20 at 1:45pm: The bulk of our work for this extreme rainfall event is complete.
- Coast Meridian Road is open. City crews have finished removing equipment from the area.
- Gates Park parking lot and the cul‑de‑sac at Reeve and Wilson are open.
- Turf fields are scheduled to reopen first thing tomorrow. For any changes, check portcoquitlam.ca/sportsfields for daily field status updates.
- All trails remain closed while City crews complete safety checks before reopening. Please continue avoiding trails, rivers, and creeks due to fast‑flowing water, possible bank instability, and localized flooding in a few areas.
An update on the warnings and advisories issued by Environment Canada and the BC River Forecast Centre:
- Rainfall Warning: No longer in effect
- Flood Watch: Remains in effect for the region, though levels have reduced in Port Coquitlam
A huge thank‑you to our very hardworking City crews. Staff have been on 24/7 throughout this extreme rainfall event. Please continue to report any concerns via:
- portcoquitlam.ca/report
- PoCo Sort & Report App
- 604.927.3111
Friday, March 20 at 9:15am: Grateful for lighter rain overnight and improving conditions. Staff have been able to maintain safe water levels at both Hyde Creek and Cedar Creek. We plan to reopen Coast Meridian Road at 2 p.m. today. For now, work continues on Coast Meridian Road and across Port Coquitlam as crews continue to maintain and monitor the drainage system.
With the recent heavy rainfall, some residents may notice their tap water looks a bit cloudy over the coming days. This is due to higher turbidity in the source water from Coquitlam Lake, which supplies all of Port Coquitlam’s drinking water. The water remains safe to drink, and we are monitoring water quality closely and following all required health and safety protocols.
The following warnings and advisories remain in effect:
- Rainfall Warning
- Flood Watch
As of now, the following closures remain in place:
- Coast Meridian Road from Lincoln Avenue to Patricia Avenue (scheduled to reopen at 2 p.m.)
- Cul‑de‑sac at Reeve Street and Wilson Avenue
- All trails
- All turf fields
Continue to stay out of closed areas, drive with care, and stay far back from rivers and creeks.
Report concerns:
- portcoquitlam.ca/report
- PoCo Sort & Report App
- 604.927.3111
Thursday, March 19 at 9pm: We are almost out of this rain event. Rainfall has been lighter than expected this evening, giving pumps at Hyde Creek and Cedar Creek a chance to catch up. Water levels at both locations are now receding, but this is expected to be temporary, with heavier rain forecast to return overnight.
City staff continue to actively monitor and maintain the drainage system, with overnight crews in place to protect residents and property. Coast Meridian remains closed between Patricia and Lincoln, with pumps and the tiger dam in place.
Please stay out of closed areas, avoid rivers and creeks, and drive with care.
The following warnings and advisories remain in effect:
- Rainfall Warning (upgraded earlier today by Environment Canada to Orange Level)
- Flood Watch
Sandbag stations at the Public Works Yard and Cedar Park remain stocked for public use if needed.
Reminder that the following closures remain in place until further notice:
- Coast Meridian Road from Lincoln Avenue to Patricia Avenue
- Cul‑de‑sac at Reeve Street and Wilson Avenue
- All trails
- All turf fields
Report concerns:
- portcoquitlam.ca/report
- PoCo Sort & Report App
- 604.927.3111
Thursday, March 19 at 4:35pm: Yep, it’s STILL raining…so the work keeps going. City crews have been monitoring and maintaining the drainage system all day, ensuring all components are functioning as expected while addressing any areas of concern. They will once again work through the night, protecting residents and their properties.
Coast Meridian remains closed between Patricia and Lincoln. Pumps and tiger dam are in place. A fourth pump has now been added at this location as an additional preventative measure.
Stay out of closed areas, drive with care as water may pool on roads, and don’t go near rivers and creeks as water is fast-moving and banks may be unstable.
These closures remain in place:
- Coast Meridian Rd from Lincoln Ave to Patricia Ave (Due to preventative work)
- Cul-de-sac at Reeve St and Wilson Ave (near Gates Park)
- All trails (Due to fast-flowing rivers, possible bank instability, and localized flooding in a few areas)
- All turf fields
The following warnings and advisories are in effect:
- Rainfall Warning (Upgraded earlier today by Environment Canada to Orange Level)
- Flood Watch
Sand bag stations at the Public Works Yard and Cedar Park remain stocked for public use if needed.
Areas of concern can be reported via:
- portcoquitlam.ca/report
- PoCo Sort & Report App
- 604.927.3111
Thursday, March 19 at 11:35am: Crews worked throughout the night to maintain critical storm‑sewer infrastructure. River levels have dropped, but crews continue to be on both the north and south sides of the city to respond and monitor.
On Coast Meridian Road (between Patricia and Lincoln), all three pumps, along with the tiger dam, will remain in place as a preventative measure until the event has fully passed.
The following closures are in place:
- Coast Meridian Road from Lincoln Avenue to Patricia Avenue (due to preventative work)
- Cul‑de‑sac at Reeve Street and Wilson Avenue (near Gates Park)
- All trails (due to fast‑flowing rivers, possible bank instability, and localized flooding in a few areas)
- All turf fields
The following warnings and advisories remain in effect:
- Flood Watch
- Rainfall Warning (Yellow Level)
Sandbags at the Public Works Yard and Cedar Park remain stocked for public use if needed. Areas of concern can be reported via:
- portcoquitlam.ca/report
- PoCo Sort & Report App
- 604.927.3111
Wednesday, March 18 at 9:45pm: As the rainfall continues, so does our proactive work to prevent flooding. City crews are working around the clock, maintaining critical storm sewer infrastructure across Port Coquitlam.
“Protecting residents and property is our priority. By proactively installing tiger dams along Coast Meridian, City crews are taking important steps to help reduce flood risk and support community safety,” said Mayor Brad West. “I want to thank our staff for their hard work, quick response and continued efforts on the ground.”
Crews are actively maintaining the drainage system, including:
- Clearing trash racks
- Catch basins
- Culverts
- Outfalls
Teams are deployed on both the north and south sides of the city to:
- Monitor known flood hot spots
- Support pump maintenance crews
- Operate flush-truck services
All crews will remain in service throughout the event.
The following warnings and advisories remain in effect:
- Flood Watch
- Rainfall Warning (Yellow Level)
The following closures remain in place:
- Coast Meridian Rd from Lincoln Ave to Patricia Ave (Due to preventative work — pump and tiger dams are in place)
- All trails (Due to fast-flowing rivers, possible bank instability, and localized flooding in a few areas)
- All turf fields
Sandbags are available at:
- Public Works Yard
- Cedar Park
Sandbags are stocked for public use if needed. Drive safe and avoid closed areas. Download the Alertable App to receive local alerts.
Rainfall & Flood Watch Update #4 | Wednesday, March 18 at 3:30pm: The BC River Forecast Centre has upgraded the High Streamflow Advisory to a Flood Watch for our region. The following closures are in place as City crews complete further preventive work:
- As a preventative measure, Coast Meridian Road from Lincoln Avenue to Patricia Avenue is closed until further notice. An excavator and tiger dams have been staged at Hyde Creek where it crosses Coast Meridian Road, and an additional pump and generator have been deployed to Cedar Pump Station to prevent flooding.
- All trails and turf fields are closed until further notice. River flows are high, water levels can rise quickly, and banks may be unstable. Please avoid rivers, creeks, and trails.
City crews are:
- Actively maintaining critical storm sewer infrastructure across Port Coquitlam, including clearing trash racks, catch basins, culverts, and outfalls to help keep water moving through the system.
- Deployed on both the north and south sides of the City to monitor known flood‑prone areas and take action where needed. This work is supported by a dedicated pump maintenance crew and flush truck team, which will remain in service throughout the event.
- Keeping public access sandbag stations stocked at Cedar Park and the Public Works Yard.
Stay safe and prepared:
- Download the Alertable App to receive important alerts.
- Stay out of closed trails and avoid all rivers and creeks. Banks may be unstable.
- Drive with care, watch for water pooling on roads, and check conditions before you head out. Do not walk or drive through pooling water.
- Check gutters, drains, and nearby catch basins to ensure they are not blocked.
- Floodplain maps and flood preparedness resources are available at portcoquitlam.ca/flood..
To report after‑hours City service issues, please contact 604.927.3111. We are continuing to respond, monitoring conditions closely, and will provide further updates as needed.
Wednesday, March 18 at 2pm: The following advisories and warnings remain in effect:
- Rainfall Warning (Yellow Level)
- High Streamflow Advisory
In response to current and forecast conditions, the City is taking a proactive approach to flood preparedness and response. City crews are:
- Actively maintaining critical storm sewer infrastructure across Port Coquitlam, including clearing trash racks, catch basins, culverts, and outfalls to help keep water moving through the system.
- Deploying teams on both the north and south sides of the City to monitor known flood‑prone areas and take action where needed. This work is supported by a dedicated pump maintenance crew and flush truck team, which will remain in service throughout the event.
- Keeping public access sandbag stations at Cedar Park and the Public Works Yard stocked.
Be safe, proactive, and prepared:
- Download the Alertable App to stay up to date with localized alerts and advisories. Search it in your device’s app store or learn more at portcoquitlam.ca/alertable..
- River flows are high, water levels can rise quickly, and banks may be unstable. Avoid all rivers and creeks.
- Drive with care, watch for water pooling on roads, and allow extra travel time. Do not walk or drive through pooling water.
- Clear gutters, drains, and nearby catch basins to help prevent flooding around your home.
- Floodplain maps and flood preparedness resources are available at portcoquitlam.ca/flood..
Report any City issues or concerns via:
- portcoquitlam.ca/report
- PoCo Sort & Report App
- 604.927.3111
Rainfall Update #2 (Tuesday, March 17 at 1:30pm): With river flows expected to increase due to the heavy rainflow and mountain snowmelt, City crews are responding, monitoring, and taking proactive measures:
- Cedar Pump Station is ready to go with a generator and extra pump
- Extra pump at Richmond Place is ready
- Public access sandbag stations are available at Cedar Park and Public Works Yard
The following low-lying areas have been preemptively barricaded:
- Underneath the Pitt River/Red Bridge
- Underneath the Kingsway bridge (both Poco side and westside)
- Just north of the Patricia Footbridge on PoCo Trail
- Gates Park parking lot
Stay safe!
- Stay out of closed areas.
- Avoid rivers, creeks and potentially unstable banks. Keep pets and kids far back.
- Clear leaves and debris from drains and catch basins.
- Drive with care, watch for water pooling on roads, and allow for extra travel time.
Noticed a concern? Please report it via:
- portcoquitlam.ca/report
- PoCo Sort & Report App
- 604.927.3111
Rainfall Update #1 (Tuesday, March 17 at 9:30am): With ongoing heavy rainfall and mountain snow melt, the following advisories and warnings remain in effect:
- Rainfall Warning (Yellow Level)
- High Streamflow Advisory
Underneath Kingsway Bridge, PoCo Trail and Westside Trail are closed.
City crews have taken proactive, responsive measures and are continuing to monitor and respond to conditions. Public access sandbag stations are available at Cedar Park and the Public Works Yard.
- Stay out of closed areas.
- Avoid rivers, creeks and potentially unstable banks. Keep pets and kids far back.
- Clear leaves and debris from drains and catch basins.
- Drive with care, watch for water pooling on roads, and allow for extra travel time.
Noticed a concern? Please report it via:
- portcoquitlam.ca/report
- PoCo Sort & Report App
- 604.927.3111
We're expecting a prolonged atmospheric river event from Sunday afternoon to Wednesday morning. The following have been issued:
- Special Weather Statement
- High Streamflow Advisory
Heavy rainfall is expected, and the rain could be mixed with snow on Sunday as freezing levels lower. Prolonged heavy rain on snow, combined with mountain snowmelt, will lead to very enhanced responses in river systems, with potential for localized flooding and water pooling on roads.
We're prepared:
- Public access sandbag stations are ready at Cedar Park and the Public Works Yard
- Pump stations are being cleared of debris
- Backup generators and equipment have been checked and are ready to go
Stay safe:
- Drive with care, as water may pool on roads during heavy rainfall. Allow extra travel time
- Check for and clear leaves and debris covering drains and catch basins
- Avoid rivers, creeks, and potentially unstable banks. Keep pets and children well back
Ready to monitor, respond, and provide updates as needed. Report any concerns via:
- portcoquitlam.ca/report
- PoCo Sort & Report App
- 604.927.3111