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WLFN has activated its Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) to level one. “This year we want to make sure we’re prepared,” Chief Willie Sellars said. “With spring freshet coming soon, hopefully, we’re going to be able to keep the community safe.” Rising water levels not seen in decades resulted in WLFN experiencing several losses last year. A section of Mission Road was destroyed due to floodwaters overwhelming Borland Creek resulting in a water line to WLFN’s water treatment plant as well as a natural gas line being compromised. EOC director and WLFN chief administrative officer, Aaron Mannella said Asahal Creek had also impacted two residences and some flooding events occurred at their new residential development Coyote Rock Estates. ....