One of the many blessings of living in Metro Vancouver is the proximity to the waterfront. However, being at sea level also comes with disadvantages.
The influx of rain, snow melt, and a king tide storm has caused flooding across parts of Metro Vancouver. Parts of the North Shore, Delta, and Mitchell Island were most affected but the city of Vancouver did experience some damage with burst pipes, flooded roads, and backups into underground parking lots.
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Local small business Wooden Brand Company was affected by the floods and didn't have access to their woodworking studio, resorting to doing projects in the back of a van.
@woodenbrandcompany Jokes aside- my heart goes to all homes and businesses affected by this flood :( #vancouverweather #flood #vancouverflood #woodshop ♬ Limp Christmas - Participation Certificate
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The rising water level at False Creek had people worried Science World was at risk for flooding.
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The floods even caused big washouts on the highway feeder routes around Metro Vancouver.
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The City of Vancouver has placed sandbags around major flood sites and is responding to service requests.
