Squamish RCMP says it continues to investigate the Lions Bay landslide last month that claimed the lives of two long-time residents of Lions Bay. “We cannot release specific information as the investigation is ongoing,” said Cst. Kelly Wu.
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“The RCMP responds to emergencies, including accidents, natural disasters, or public safety concerns when they occur, and a file is created to gather information,” Wu said. “This is important to ensure public safety and help prevent future events from happening.”
The mudslide on Highway 99 on December 14 near the Brunswick Road exit ramp swept away the home of David and Barbara Enns, long-time residents of Lions Bay.
The Village of Lions Bay announced on January 7 that the evacuation order for two properties at Goldenrod has been rescinded. Residents of these properties can return to their homes, though an Evacuation Alert will remain in effect. An Evacuation Alert remains in place for two houses on Crystal Falls Road and three residences on Brunswick Beach Road.
“The Village is committed to completing the necessary recovery efforts in the coming days to address remaining hazards. Once these works are finalized, the Evacuation Alerts will be lifted, and residents will be informed promptly,” the Village said in a press release issued on January 7.
According to a report from Victoria Island University, since 1921, there have been at least 48 deaths and millions of dollars of damage to private property and public infrastructure related to debris flows in the area between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish