Swift Current is still in a State of Emergency as of 11 a.m. this morning according to an update from the City. 

The current water levels are not expected to go down for the next 10 to 14 days, but also likely won't get higher as the Duncairn Dam is not releasing extra for the time being.

Folks are advised to be cautious around the creek still, as temperatures are extremely cold and currents are very strong.

In the release, Swift Current Fire Department Fire Chief, Ryan Hunter, said they can't emphasize the message enough.

“Numerous children and adults have been seen playing and walking beyond the flood barriers, with some individuals right by the water's edge," he said. "The entire creek bank is soft and potentially unstable, and always has the possibility of suddenly giving away. So please take extra caution and keep children and pets away from the Swift Current Creek, as it is highly unsafe.”

Residents with low-lying homes are still encouraged to have 72-hour emergency bags ready for evacuation. Sandbags, sand, and tools can be found at the City Service Centre at 2074 South Service Road West and the Lt. Colonel Clifton Centre at 350 6th Avenue Northeast.