The City of Courtenay has declared a local flood watch as more rain is forecast and river levels continue rising.
The city is encouraging residents to prepare by clearing storm drains, putting together emergency kits and protecting their properties with sandbags.
In a news release, the city said free sand and sandbags are available at its operations centre, located at 1000 Piercy Avenue and locations across the Comox Valley.
Residents are asked to stay away from fast-moving waterways and to never drive through flooded roads.
To find locations to collect sandbags and flood preparedness resources, visit the City of Courtenay website.
