The official account of the City of Victoria, B.C. This account is no longer actively monitored. Calls for service: 250-361-0400 (24/7) or 911 for emergencies.
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🗳️ Waiting for a mail ballot? Canada Post delays may affect delivery. If your ballot arrives, don't mail it back. Return it in person by 8 p.m. on Oct. 17. If it hasn't arrived yet, vote in person at advance voting or on General Voting Day. victoria.ca/election
⚠️ UPDATE: There is no longer a risk, or need to shelter in place. This Alert is CANCELLED. alertable.ca/?fbclid=IwY2xja…
⚠️ Due to an ongoing hazardous material incident, those near the Crystal Pool are required to shelter in place for your safety. This alert will remain in effect until the incident has been resolved. Another update will be provided within 2 hours. 1/3
Instructions:
-Go inside your home or avoid the area
-Close all windows & doors & turn off ventilation systems
-If you have symptoms of exposure (burning eyes & lungs), seek medical attention
-Follow the directions of local authorities
-Do not call 911 for info or updates
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⛔ REMINDER: The Broughton Street Parkade is closed today. Find real-time parkade availability: victoria.ca/parking.
ALT The brick exterior of the Broughton Street Parkade, located inside the Greater Victoria Public Library.
Notice: Road closure on Broad St. between Johnson St. and Yates St.
🕓 Aug 11 for approximately one week, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
🚧 Underground utility servicing
🚩 Detours in place, please follow signage and direction from crews
#YYJTraffic
Notice: Jutland Rd. closed at the Gorge Rd. intersection
🕓 Aug 11 to 15, 24/7
🚧 BC Hydro Cable Replacement Project
🚩 Detours in place, please follow signage and direction from crews
#YYJTraffic
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🚗 The Broughton Street Parkade will be closed on Sunday, Aug. 10. Please make sure your vehicle is removed by Sunday morning. Find real-time parkade availability: victoria.ca/parking.
ALT The brick exterior of the Broughton Street Parkade, located inside the Greater Victoria Public Library.
♻️ Join the 1,200+ people who’ve already discovered Beyond the Curb!
We’ve collected over 100 super sacks of hard-to-recycle materials — thanks to your efforts!
Learn more: victoria.ca/BeyondTheCurb
🎻 Symphony Splash returns to the Inner Harbour on Sat. & Sun. Aug. 2-3.
🚌 Walk, bike or bus if you are able
🚧 Road closures both days, noon-11 p.m. on Government, Belleville, Menzies & more
🕒 Expect delays. Use Blanshard or Cook for access
More info: ow.ly/pbv150WyQMk
Work is complete and the trail has reopened. Thanks for your patience!
REMINDER: Banfield Park trail closure starts TOMORROW
🚧 Section of the trail in Banfield Park closed temporarily for repairs
🚲👟 Cyclists and pedestrians: Follow detours or plan alternate route
🕓 Work expected to take up to 2 days
🚩 Detours in place
#YYJTraffic
ALT The detour route on Raynor Avenue directs users west of the work area off the trail towards Russell Street, then onto Raynor Avenue. On the east side, the detour leads users from Alston Street to Raynor Avenue.
🎻 Symphony Splash returns to the Inner Harbour on Sat. & Sun. Aug. 2-3.
🚌 Walk, bike or bus if you are able
🚧 Road closures both days, noon-11 p.m. on Government, Belleville, Menzies & more
🕒 Expect delays. Use Blanshard or Cook for access
🌊 Yesterday, there was a tsunami advisory for Victoria and other coastal areas of B.C.
Here’s what you can do to prepare:
✅ Get to know the tsunami hazard zone
✅ Subscribe to Vic-Alert
✅ Sign up for a free emergency preparedness workshop
victoriaready.ca
REMINDER: Banfield Park trail closure starts TOMORROW
🚧 Section of the trail in Banfield Park closed temporarily for repairs
🚲👟 Cyclists and pedestrians: Follow detours or plan alternate route
🕓 Work expected to take up to 2 days
🚩 Detours in place
#YYJTraffic
ALT The detour route on Raynor Avenue directs users west of the work area off the trail towards Russell Street, then onto Raynor Avenue. On the east side, the detour leads users from Alston Street to Raynor Avenue.
The tsunami advisory for B.C. has been cancelled. To learn more about the impact of tsunamis, visit victoria.ca/tsunami. For future emergencies, subscribe to Vic-Alert to get local updates and instructions by visiting victoriaready.ca.
The Tsunami Advisory for all Tsunami Notification Zones in #BC has been CANCELLED. More info: emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/ev…. #BCTsunami
The tsunami watch has been upgraded to an advisory for B.C. In Victoria, our risk remains low. Stay out of water and away from beaches and waterways. We will continue to monitor. For future emergencies, subscribe to Vi-Alert to get local updates at victoriaready.ca.
Tsunami Watch upgraded to Tsunami ADVISORY for #BC Notification Zones A, B, C & D. Strong & potentially dangerous waves & currents are possible. Waves may continue for several hours. Stay away from beaches & waterways. More info: emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/ev… #BCTsunami
A tsunami watch is in effect for B.C. In Victoria, our risk is low. We will continue to monitor as we learn more. For future emergencies, subscribe to Vic-Alert to get local updates and instructions by visiting Victoriaready.ca.
The Tsunami Watch is in effect for #BC Tsunami Notification Zones A, B, C, & D. More info:
weather.gc.ca/?alertTableFil… #BCTsunami
Notice: Banfield Park trail closure
🚧 A section of the trail in Banfield Park will be closed temporarily for repairs
🚲👟 Cyclists and pedestrians: Follow detours or plan alternate route
🕓 Work starts Jul 31 and is expected to take up to 2 days
🚩 Detours in place
#YYJTraffic
ALT The detour route on Raynor Avenue directs users west of the work area off the trail towards Russell Street, then onto Raynor Avenue. On the east side, the detour leads users from Alston Street to Raynor Avenue.