PRRD launches climate resiliency plan survey as natural hazards become ‘more frequent and intense’

DAWSON CREEK, B.C. — The Peace region is seeking the public’s help in creating a “climate-related hazards” plan. 

According to a Peace River Regional District (PRRD) media release, communities in the Peace region are experiencing significant impacts from natural hazard events including wildfires, flooding, extreme heat, drought and storms.

“Climate change is making these events more frequent and intense,” says the release. 

“This leads to damage to property, infrastructure, crops and forced evacuations.”

In response, a draft of the Regional Climate Resiliency Plan (RCRP) was created and presented to the PRRD board on March 6th.

“The plan will assess risks from climate-related hazards and help the region prepare for future events,” says the release. 

It also outlines strategies to improve resilience and identify needed resources.

The PRRD has now launched an online survey for the public about the RCRP, available until March 28th at 4:30 p.m. 

People are encouraged to read the RCRP draft plan and give their feedback.

The district previously held public engagement sessions for the RCRP plan in June 2024. 

Any questions or assistance with the survey can be directed to the PRRD at 250-784-3200 or by emailing planning@prrd.bc.ca. 

The RCRP draft plan can be viewed here.