Authorities in British Columbia have confirmed that search crews have made a tragic discovery following a massive mudslide near the town of Lillooet. According to officials, rescue teams have been working tirelessly through dangerous terrain to locate several individuals reported missing after days of heavy rainfall triggered flooding and landslides across the region.
B.C. Chief Coroner Lisa Lapointe shared that three people have been located during the ongoing recovery operation. Efforts to find one remaining missing person continue, with crews using specialized equipment and drones to navigate unstable ground and shifting debris.
Earlier in the week, officials also confirmed the recovery of one woman in the same area, marking the first casualty tied to this weather emergency. Local authorities are urging residents to avoid travel in affected zones as emergency services continue to monitor the situation and provide updates.
Heavy rain and unstable conditions have led to multiple evacuations in southern B.C., and experts warn that more slides could occur if the weather pattern continues through the weekend. Community volunteers and emergency response teams remain on-site, offering aid to families impacted by this devastating event.
