Emergency Preparedness Week: Flood Gate Test, Loud Siren Test & Open House
by Town of High River
24/04/2025
Community
Emergency Preparedness Week: Flood Gate Test, Loud Siren Test & Open House
Stay Calm, Stay Safe: Important Emergency Preparedness Events in High River
(HIGH RIVER, AB)– The Town of High River is committed to keeping our community safe and prepared. Mark your calendars for our upcoming flood gate testing, loud siren test and community open house at the Fire Hall.
Take steps to stay informed, protected, and ready for any emergency. Learn more below!
Flood Gate Testing – Sunday, May 4, 2025:
High River's Centre Street flood gate is crucial in protecting our community from flood emergencies. To ensure it remains fully functional, Town crews will test the floodgate on Sunday, May 4, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Temporary Closures:
- Centre Street Bridge (including the pedestrian sidewalk)
- The intersection of Centre Street & Macleod Trail (barricades in place)
- Centre Street at High Country Drive (barricades in place)
What You Need to Know:
- Plan alternate routes during testing.
- The town will test the gate's manual opening feature and complete maintenance work during this year's closure.
- Residents are welcome to observe the work. Protective Services will be on-site to answer questions.
- Respect all barriers to ensure the safety of workers and the public.
We appreciate everyone's patience as we take the essential steps to keep High River protected.
Loud Siren Test – Wednesday, May 7, 2025 @ 1:55 p.m.
To help keep our community prepared, Town crews will conduct a loud siren test on Wednesday, May 7, at 1:55 p.m. This will take place alongside a test of the Alberta Emergency Alert system.
Stay Informed in Emergencies – In a real emergency, get updates from:
- Local Radio: Sun Country 99.7 FM, Eagle 100.9 FM, AM1140
- Alberta Emergency Alerts: Sign up for phone, text, or email alerts
- Online: @TownofHighRiver on Facebook and Instagram
Be Ready: Sign up for Alberta Emergency Alerts and know where to find real-time emergency information. Visit highriver.ca/emergency-management to learn more.
Fire Hall Open House “Be Prepared, Know Your Risks” – Saturday, May 10, 2025:
Join the High River Fire and Protective Services team for our annual Fire Hall Open House – a key event for Emergency Preparedness Week!
- Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
- Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Location: High River Fire Hall (1010 5 Street SE)
- Theme: Be Prepared, Know Your Risks
Event Highlights:
- Meet emergency responders and ask any questions
- Learn about 72-hour emergency kits and wildfire safety
- Visit displays from emergency response partners
- Prize draws, free food and drinks!
- Partners in attendance include:
- High River RCMP,
- ATCO,
- The Salvation Army,
- FCIS,
- Canadian Red Cross,
- Citizens on Patrol,
- Kinsmen Club of High River,
- Sobeys High River,
- Heaven Can Wait Animal Rescue Foundation.
Parking: The Fire Hall parking lot will be closed for emergency access. Street parking is available, with accessible parking on the north side of the building.
Stay connected! Follow the High River Fire Department Facebook page for safety tips leading up to Emergency Preparedness Week.
Your safety starts with preparedness – get involved, stay informed, and be ready!
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For more information, please contact:
Town of High River
403-652-2110
