Rainfall has eased through the region over the weekend and the River Forecast Centre ended a high streamflow advisory on May 24 for the Thompson Region, including the Salmon River.
Most rivers in the area have reached their peak levels and are expected to continue to drop.
The upper low-weather system which hit the region last week has dissipated and forecasted weather for the remainder of the week is for a gradual dry and warming trend.
Weather patterns are still unsettled and localized areas may receive sporadic periods of rain of 2 to 3mm.
Water Stewardship reports that the snow pack is melting satisfactorily at approximately 20mm per day and will continue to do so provided the area does not receive heavy precipitation.
Lake level for Shuswap Lake is reported at 347.92 metres and will peak within the next two to three weeks at 348.22 metres subject to adverse weather. The peak level for Shuswap Lake is estimated to be one metre lower than last year’s peak level.
The Shuswap Emergency Program reminds everyone to be prepared. Refresh the items in your “Grab and Go Bag,” exchange winter clothing with summer clothing, check batteries and update contact information. Don’t have a Grab and Go Bag? The Shuswap Emergency Program can help, visit their website at www.sepadvisory.com.