The City of Richmond is warning residents to avoid certain areas due to flooding and to clear catch basins to avoid more water pooling.
Blundell Road between Gilbert and Minler roads is closed as are the on and off ramps to Highway 91 at No. 6 Road.
Furthermore, the 18000 block of McCartney Road is being affected by flooding.
There is also localized flooding in low-lying areas, the city said, either due to blockages in catch basins or over capacity.
The city is asking residents to clear catch basins.
Sandbags are available for Richmond residents at the city's works yard at 5599 Lynas Lane.
To report any problems, call the city's Public Works Dispatch Line at 604-270-8721.
An atmospheric river has brought heavy rainfall to the Lower Mainland with widespread flooding. Vehicles have gotten stuck in high water with firefighters and tow trucks helping get vehicles and people out of the water.
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