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Posted: March 20, 2026

Sandbag station set up in Sparwood

Due to the ongoing heavy rainfall and out of an abundance of caution a sandbag station has been set up on Engelmann Spruce Drive past the Mainroad Yard and Fire Hall #1.

Sandbags are in the bin adjacent to the pile. Please bring your own shovels and gloves.

As highlighted by recent events across the province, it is important to be prepared for an emergency. If you haven’t already, you can sign up for the Regional District of East Kootenay evacuation notification system, for evacuation alerts or orders within the East Kootenay. More information can be found here.

Should an emergency arise, residents can find up-to-date information on the District of Sparwood website, app and social media pages.

Find more information on flooding preparedness.

District of Sparwood


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