'Significant' moisture expected for already saturated Fraser Valley
It’s been a rough week for parts of the Fraser Valley, and it could get worse if the forecast pans out.
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) says some light rain is expected today, going into the weekend.
“Amount totals between 10 to 20 mm for western and central sections of the Fraser Valley, with 20 to 40 mm possible near Hope,” ECCC says.
Things are expected to get worse following this weekend.
A “significant push of moisture” is expected to hit Abbotsford and the Fraser Valley on Monday and into next week.
“Rainfall amounts are currently uncertain, but warnings will be issued as necessary in the upcoming days,” ECCC adds.
Road and major highway closures have been necessary as a result of the wet weather in the valley. The Abbotsford Police Department has been sharing traffic updates on X.
This photo was taken a few minutes ago at the Highway 1 and Whatcom interchange which shows the current conditions. pic.twitter.com/HFBT66eqqq
— Abbotsford Police Department (@AbbyPoliceDept) December 12, 2025
The B.C. River Forecast Centre is also offering updates online.
ECCC doesn’t currently have any information on when the wet weather is expected to completely calm down in the Fraser Valley. Still, the Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness will be offering an update today with more information.
The City of Abbotsford issued a release yesterday warning that flood waters are expected to peak today.
“Floodwaters in Sumas Prairie and Huntingdon Village are expected to peak within the next 12 hours. Water levels on the Abbotsford side of the border continue to rise, and based on current modelling and data from the 1990 flood event, water is anticipated to reach Highway 1 late this evening or early tomorrow morning.”
In some areas, flood warnings have been dropped.
The #BC River Forecast Centre has ENDED a Flood Warning for Similkameen River tributaries & the Tulameen River. A Flood Warning remains for the Sumas River. Stay clear of fast-flowing rivers & potentially unstable riverbanks. More info: https://t.co/VoNY4i9htI #BCFlood pic.twitter.com/yL7T3Ai1lK
— Emergency Info BC (@EmergencyInfoBC) December 12, 2025