SAH Disaster Restoration Responds to 2025 Abbotsford Flooding
Emergency Flood Response in Sumas Prairie & the Whatcom Area
In 2025, severe flooding once again impacted Sumas Prairie and the Whatcom area of Abbotsford, as rising water levels from the Nooksack River and surrounding waterways pushed beyond their banks. The flooding affected farmland, infrastructure, and local businesses, highlighting the ongoing vulnerability of the region during extreme weather events.
During this critical time, SAH Disaster Restoration Services Ltd. mobilized quickly to provide emergency flood mitigation support where access and timing were critical to preventing further damage.
Delivering Flood Mitigation Equipment Where Vehicles Could Not Reach
While many properties across the region were impacted by floodwaters, one site required a unique and physically demanding response. Due to complete road inaccessibility, traditional vehicle-based deployment was impossible.
To reach the site, our technicians hand-delivered flood pumps, industrial generators, and 100‑pound commercial dehumidifiers entirely on foot through steep, mountainous terrain. Using a rope-assisted system, our team safely transported heavy mitigation equipment through dense bush and extreme conditions to ensure water control and moisture reduction could begin immediately.
This effort was focused on preventing secondary and long-term water damage, including structural deterioration, mould growth, and electrical system compromise — damage that often occurs after floodwaters recede if mitigation is delayed.
Why Rapid Flood Response Matters
Flood events in any region can escalate quickly. Even properties that are not fully submerged can suffer severe consequences from:
Prolonged moisture exposure
Rising groundwater infiltration
Electrical and mechanical system damage
Delayed drying and dehumidification
Rapid deployment of professional equipment — even under extreme access limitations — is essential to minimizing restoration costs and downtime.
Featured in CBC News Coverage
The scale of the flooding and the challenges faced by the team were captured in this CBC News video.
Committed to Community, Even in the Toughest Conditions
At SAH Disaster Restoration Services Ltd., emergency response means doing whatever it takes to protect property — even when that means carrying industrial equipment by hand through terrain that vehicles simply cannot access.
Our team is trained and equipped for:
Emergency flood response
Water extraction and pumping
Structural drying and dehumidification
Difficult-access and remote mitigation deployments
When flooding strikes, preparation, experience, and decisive action make all the difference.
Need Emergency Flood or Water Damage Support?
If your property in Abbotsford, Sumas Prairie, or the Fraser Valley has been affected by flooding or water damage, SAH Disaster Restoration Services Ltd. is ready to respond.
Contact us immediately for professional emergency mitigation and restoration services.