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title: "Langley shelter opens emergency mats during heavy rain warning"
description: "Gateway of Hope on Langley Bypass opened 20 extra mats on November 10 as a frontal system brought up to 50 mm of rain to the region, with a flood watch in effect for the Fraser Valley."
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last_updated: "2026-11-11T19:15:09.561Z"
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Gateway of Hope, a shelter at 5787 Langley Bypass, opened 20 emergency mats on November 10, 2026 as a heavy rain system moved over the Fraser Valley. The Langley Advance Times reported the announcement, made by Community Representative Cristina Schneiter, with the opening stated to remain in effect until further notice.

The frontal system brought up to 50 millimetres of rain to Metro Vancouver through Wednesday morning, the Advance Times reported. Peak flows were expected on Wednesday, with high flows continuing through Thursday. A flood watch was active for the south coast, Vancouver Island, the central coast and the Fraser Valley north.

A flood watch means water levels in rivers and streams may rise enough to reach or exceed the banks in some areas. The Fraser River runs along the southern edge of the Township, and low-lying areas near its tributaries can be affected during high-flow events. Environment Canada issued the warning as a large frontal system moved through the region on November 10 and 11.

The storm earlier knocked out power in sections of Langley and Aldergrove on November 8, the Langley Advance Times previously reported.

Gateway of Hope accepts people sleeping outside, with no booking required. The shelter is pet-friendly, with a leash or kennel required for animals. It provides dinner, breakfast and lunch, as well as laundry and shower facilities, and is wheelchair accessible. The November 10 announcement by Cristina Schneiter said the extra mats were open until further notice.

Intake stays open until the shelter reaches capacity. For anyone needing help after 9 pm, the Langley RCMP can assist at 604-532-3200. The shelter's main number is 604-514-7375.

Anyone sleeping outside in Langley Township can go directly to 5787 Langley Bypass and ask for a mat, or call ahead at 604-514-7375 to confirm space is available. Residents with concerns about flooding near the Fraser River can check updates from the Township of Langley at tol.ca.

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