On May 6th at 9:40am, Hay River Officials released a statement lifting the the Local State of Emergency and Evacuation Order for Vale Island and West Channel residents.
The order was issued on Monday May 4th at 9 PM when officials noted flooding risk was very high.
Evacuees are asked to checkout of any booked accommodations and return home.
- For transportation or other assistance, please contact the Registration Centre at 1-833-699-0188.
The release also notes that water levels are still high and ice and other debris along the riverbanks present risks.
- Activity along the riverbanks should be avoided.