Merritt to announce phase two details today

The City of Merritt is set to announce further details on phase two of the return home plan later today. When exactly the announcement will be made is unclear.

Phase two includes properties between the RCMP Station and Nicola Avenue.

“The phase 2 area was not affected by flood inundation. Prior to lifting the evacuation order for this area, additional water flushing and testing will be conducted while the Kengard well fills the Grimmett reservoir. This increased reservoir supply will support increased fire flows and allow for the phase 2 area to return home,” reads the City of Merritt release.

Residents should not expect an immediate lifting of the evacuation order in phase two. Similar to phase one, only the plan will be released today.

The boil water advisory remains in effect, and residents are still be asked to conserve water as only one well is currently operational.