A change in the schedule for British Columbia Hockey League as the province is striking with national disaster.

With Flooding from the past week, parts of the Province under a state of emergency and the damage to major roads have set the league back. Total of 9 games were cancelled due to transportation issues with major highways being flooded or drastically damaged.

With road closers, flooding and contaminated water in Merritt the Merritt Centennials were one of the most effected teams on the roster when they were given the evacuation order Monday November 15,2021.

The Merritt Centennials are currently being housed in Kamloops for the foreseeable future sharing a rink with the Kamloops Blazers at the Sandman Centre. With many players staying friends and family, they have been extremely welcomed in the midst of this disaster.

They say for now they will be staying in Kamloops for a week and watching closely for updates and the changing weather conditions. All players and coaches are in safe location 12 players in Kamloops while the rest are safe.

The current road conditions have yet to be resolved which will affect travel between the coastal and northern interior teams.

The League has yet to announce on the schedule whither they will or will not postpone and reschedule games. Announcement expected Monday before games resume on the following Tuesday.

If you want to stay up to date on the latest for the British Columbia Hockey league head over to there website.

If you or a loved one has been affected by the floods and mudslides there are resources to help. Head to www2.gov.bc.ca to see resources or how you can assist.