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Flood

Flooding is a natural hazard that can cause immediate risk with rising water levels, disruption to services and other public concerns. Flooding is typically seasonal with most common occurrence in the spring when there are heavy rains and/or quick snow melt. The risk of flooding depends on the geographical location (i.e. proximity to water bodies) as well as topographical features (i.e. catch basins).

Active response to floods will depend on various factors including water body levels, snow load, ground conditions and forecasted precipitation. It is important to follow evacuation orders and ensure human safety first. Unconfined livestock typically take care of themselves (i.e. find higher ground) during a flood.

Individuals and communities should maintain awareness of potential flood risks and forecasts to improve readiness and response. In addition to what may be available locally and through the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) maintains an active incidents webpage.

  1. First Responder Guidelines
  2. Producer Guidelines
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1. First Responder Guidelines

Emergency responders can connect with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture via the Emergency Planning Officer: epoag@gov.sk.ca for information on emergency plans and accessing information for management zones during a flood. If you find confined livestock during a flood and the producer has evacuated or cannot be contacted, contact the Emergency Planning Officer for next steps.

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2. Producer Guidelines

During an active flood situation, livestock producers should adhere to local officials and responders for direction. The following considerations can also be taken into account:

  • Arrange trucks, trailers, drivers and handlers to move livestock as necessary.
  • Turn off electricity to barns and outbuildings to prevent fires or electrocutions.
  • Ensure animals have adequate access to feed, clean water and space, especially if producers need to evacuate the area.
  • Block off narrow passageways and/or drive livestock from confined spaces.

Recovering from flooding can take time. If animals were not moved to a safe space prior to the flood, recapture may be required and it is advisable to work with local authorities (i.e. municipalities and/or law enforcement) to ensure appropriate return to owner(s).

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