Living in this flood-prone B.C. community is like living on an active volcano, city manager warns

Residents and municipal officials in Merritt say they are concerned about the possibility of a future disaster damaging homes and infrastructure again, as funding sources for flood prevention efforts remain unclear.

Living in this flood-prone B.C. community is like living on an active volcano, city manager warns
A street in Merritt submerged by flowing water. A yellow and blue fire hydrant is also half submerged.

Residents and municipal officials in Merritt say they are concerned about the possibility of a future disaster damaging homes and infrastructure again, as funding sources for flood prevention efforts remain unclear.