由于突然变暖可能导致冰塞，不列颠哥伦比亚省梅里特附近的河流发布了洪水观察。 Flood watch issued for rivers near Merritt, B.C., due to potential ice jams from sudden warming.

不列颠哥伦比亚的河流预报中心为Nicola、Coldwater河和Spius Creek发放了防洪表,因为可能有中季积冰。 The River Forecast Centre in British Columbia has issued a flood watch for the Nicola and Coldwater rivers and Spius Creek due to potential midseason ice jams. 2月初,Merritt地区的温度低于正常水平10-17摄氏度,预测5-15毫米降雨会变暖,从而增加冰封和洪水的风险。 Temperatures in the Merritt area were 10-17°C below normal in early February, and warming with 5-15 mm of rain is predicted, increasing the risk of ice jams and flooding. 当局警告迅速变化的条件,建议居民保持警惕。 Authorities warn of rapidly changing conditions and advise residents to stay vigilant.