Kamloops city staff are hopeful that the Thompson rivers are finally hitting their peaks for the season.

Utility services supervisor Joe Luison says if rain can hold off this week then we could start seeing levels drop off.

“We’re hopeful that in the upcoming days, the river has hit its max for the year. I know you’ve heard us say that before, but without any significant rain in the forecast we might be looking better in the upcoming days. That being said, mother nature always has her ways. So we can only monitor and respond from this point forward.”

The Thompson River peaked in the first week of June from melting snow, hitting 7.517 metres in Kamloops. But because of rain the river has peaked again in recent days, reaching 7.87 metres this morning.

A flood watch is in place on the South Thompson River and a high stream flow advisory is also in place for the North Thompson, and for the Thompson River from Kamloops to Spences Bridge.

“Boat launches are closed, that being said there are still boats out on the water. So just take care that there are properties you should take time around, not to create large waves. And still be cautious around the rivers. I know it’s been up for a little bit, and we sometimes start to neglect taking that extra care. But there are soft spots, and (rivers) are still flowing quite quickly. So residents should take care and stay a safe distance back,” Luison says.

A few pictures of the Thompson River in #Kamloops this evening. Pictured is the pier and the beach by Rivers Trail. @RadioNLNews pic.twitter.com/vJ6hdFBJgn

— Victor Mario Kaisar (@supermario_47) June 29, 2020