This day in history: Flood devastates Peace River, Alberta

Saturday, February 28, 2015, 6:03 PM - On February 28, 1992, an evacuation order was issued for many residents of Peace River, Alberta, northwest of Edmonton.

It started with a warm front that brought record warm temperatures to the area, immediately after a heavy snowfall. 

As temperatures rose to 20 degrees above normal, the snow pack quickly melted into rivers and streams. 

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Ice jams caused the river to overflow its banks. 

A state of emergency was declared in the town because of the resulting widespread flooding.

Watch below: A garbage receptacle is seen floating down The Bow River near Bow City, Alberta, on June 22, 2013.