Chilcotin Landslide Forms Dam Holding 61 Million Cubic Meters of Water, Officials Warn of Potential Flooding

Aug 5, 2024, 06:49 PM

The Chilcotin landslide in British Columbia has created a significant natural dam at Farwell Canyon, holding back approximately 61 million cubic meters of water, equivalent to 24,400 Olympic swimming pools. Officials have warned that a pulse of water carrying fallen trees, organic matter, and debris is expected to travel down the Chilcotin and Fraser rivers. The public is urged to stay away from riverbanks due to the potential danger. Images from the site show water beginning to breach the landslide, with signs of a rapid collapse. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation for further developments, considering it a worst-case scenario.