Coquitlam RCMP advise of road closure due to mudslide

Coquitlam, Public Alert

2024-10-19 17:05 PDT

File # 2024-27774

Coquitlam RCMP are advising the public of a mudslide that has closed Quarry Road between Calgary Drive and MacIntyre Road in Coquitlam.

Coquitlam RCMP frontline officers responded to a report of a mudslide along Quarry Road between Calgary Drive and MacIntyre Road in Coquitlam, on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 12:30 p.m. Upon attendance, Police observed a large amount of fast-moving water and debris across the road.

View a larger image - Mudslide across Quarry Road in Coquitlam

Due to the treacherous conditions, the mudslide area is unstable, dangerous and unsafe, said Media Relations Officer, Corporal Alexa Hodgins. We are urging the public to stay out of the area and shelter in a safe place.

Quarry Road between Calgary Drive and MacInyre Road in Coquitlam is closed in both directions.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550 and quote file number 2024-27774.

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Email: coquitlam_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Website: coquitlam.rcmp-grc.gc.ca (English only)

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