City of North Vancouver is closing the Marine Drive Underpass trail Friday evening and will close Mahon and Heywood Park Trails Saturday morning through Monday in preparation for an atmospheric river event expected to impact the North Shore this weekend.
Environment and Climate Change Canada is forecasting 75 to 120 mm of rain overnight Friday through Sunday afternoon, which could contribute to localized flooding in low lying areas. The BC River Forecast Centre has also issued a high streamflow advisory for the North Shore Mountains.
City of North Vancouver Park Crews will be monitoring creeks, slopes and trails, and are asking the public to observe closures and to avoid local rivers, streams and creeks throughout this period.
For the most up to date information, please visit North Shore Emergency Management at www.nsem.ca.