Spring Melt

• Early snowmelt a trend in Western Canadian mountains: study

  Leaner snowpack in Western Canada and United States mountain ranges is causing drier summers and increasing wildfire risk, says a new study from the University of Colorado Boulder.

  Environment

  May 28, 2023
  
• Reprieve from flood threat could be temporary for some North Okanagan communities

  In Lumby, Duteau Creek and Bessette Creek have both dropped slightly. It's a similar story in Armstrong where the city was able to lift its flood watch on Monday.

  Canada

  May 9, 2023
  
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• Spring temperatures bring flooding to Moose Jaw

  It has also been a busy few days for Moose Jaw residents cleaning up water after many areas of the city saw flooding due to a quick spring melt.

  Canada

  Apr 14, 2023
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• Section of Highway 19 north of Central Butte, Sask. washed out due to snow melt

  What started as a pothole ended up as a washed-up highway north of Central Butte, in southern Saskatchewan.

  Traffic

  Apr 14, 2023
• What’s being done about litter accumulation revealed in Lethbridge’s spring melt

  As the snow starts to melt, the litter that spent the winter burried under it is being revealed, but Lethbridge has plans to tackle the waste problem.

  Environment

  Apr 11, 2023
• Winnipeggers prepare their homes for major spring melt

  On Tuesday, temperatures in the city are expected to hit the high teens. Homeowners around the city are making preparations for the coming spring melt.

  Environment

  Apr 6, 2023
• Kingston, Ont.-area conservation authority says widespread spring flooding not likely

  Cataraqui Conservation Conservation Authority is taking the change in season as an opportunity to advise residents regarding the seasonal changes about to begin in the region.

  Environment

  Mar 20, 2023
• Kawartha Conservation issues caution as milder weather leads to increased flows in watershed

  Kawartha Conservation urges area residents to practice water safety and avoid waterways, as milder weather could cause increased runoff into waterbodies that are already high.

  Environment

  Mar 17, 2023
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• Many rivers reaching ‘near capacity’ as B.C. monitors closely for potential floods

  Emergency Management BC is warning British Columbians who may be in potential flood areas to prepare and be ready for potential evacuations.

  Canada

  Jun 9, 2022
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• Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen reminding residents to prepare for spring freshet

  The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen is reminding area residents to be flood-ready ahead of spring freshet.

  Environment

  Mar 30, 2022