Residents on the east side of Farrell Street have been ordered out of their homes, due to the imminent danger of flooding on the Fraser River.

The evacuation order was issued at 3 p.m. on Sunday, after the City of Prince George declared a local state of emergency. The evacuation order effects 10 homes.

Farrell Street resident Tina Tubrett said it's the first time she and her family have been evacuated in the three years they've lived on the street.

"It's very disruptive and stressful," Tubrett said. "I'm hoping it's for too long. [But] the number one thing is we're all safe."

Tubrett said she is not too worried about her home, but it's better to be safe than sorry.

"We're at the higher end of the street... but you never know," she said.

City Hall has been designated the reception centre for displaced residents. All displaced residents are eligible for 72 hours of food, clothing and shelter costs through the B.C. evacuation support program.

The city is asking everyone in the flood area to register by going to City Hall or calling 250-561-7640.

For full coverage, see Monday's edition of the Citizen.