‘Pineapple Express’ atmospheric river brings torrential rain to California
A massive Pineapple Express storm - the second in recent days - stalled over Southern California on Monday, drenching the Los Angeles area with torrential rain.
U.S. News
Feb 6
A 22-year-old went hiking alone in California. Her body was recovered 8 days later
Lifei Huang set off for a solo hike just before an 'atmospheric river' storm battered southern California, bringing with it heavy rainfall and near-hurricane-force winds.
U.S. News
Feb 13
California braces for back-to-back atmospheric rivers to bring snow, flooding
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services activated its operations center and positioned personnel and equipment in areas most at risk from the weather.
U.S. News
Jan 31
Princeton, B.C. close to having multi-year boil water notice lifted
The Town of Princeton released an update and timeline for the Memorial Park Wells 1 and 2 replacement project
Canada
Apr 25
B.C. puts up $25M for plant to help boost local milk production
The British Columbia government is contributing up to $25 million toward the expansion of a milk production plant aimed at boosting the supply of locally sourced food.
Politics
Apr 23
35 temperature records washed away in B.C. in wake of atmospheric river
In Abbotsford, the new daily high-temperature record for Jan. 29 is now 18.2 C, after Monday's high broke a record of 15.6 C set in 1960.
Weather
Jan 30
B.C.’s South Coast braces for soaking with atmospheric rivers inbound
Global BC senior meteorologist Kristi Gordon says the forecast shows the potential for a pair of atmospheric rivers to hit the region, starting late this weekend.
Weather
Jan 25
Othello Tunnels to partially reopen this summer
Closed for the last three years, construction work will soon start to repair infrastructure damage from heavy rain and flooding in November 2021.
Canada
Mar 27
Why climate change on the farm means a high cost for Canadian taxpayers
Taxpayer money already supports the agriculture industry and some say the bill will go up as climate change-driven natural disasters make it harder for farmers to eke out a living.
Canada
Apr 4
In B.C.’s forests, a debate over watershed science with lives and billions at stake
In B.C., a forest-harvest plan is raising hard questions and charged debate about the effects of logging on forest hydrology and flooding.
Environment
Mar 17
‘Need this funding now’: B.C. MP calls for federal disaster aid for Fraser Valley
A B.C. MP in the Fraser Valley said federal help for the region regarding funds for emergency disasters is taking too long.
Environment
Mar 13
California braces for flooding – again – as another wet winter storm hits
The latest in a series of wet winter storms gained strength in California early Monday, with forecasters warning of possible flooding, hail, strong winds and even brief tornadoes.
U.S. News
Feb 19
B.C. funding $76.6 million in pump station improvements for Abbotsford
According to Abbotsford Mayor Ross Siemens, the Barrowtown Pump Station is likely 'the most significant component' of the city's flood mitigation.
Environment
Feb 14
Vancouver Canucks fans get loud inside and outside arena for Game 1 of playoff run
From Delta, to Surrey, to outside Rogers Arena, fans across Metro Vancouver celebrated the Vancouver Canucks' Game 1 victory over the Nashville Predators on Sunday.
Sports
Apr 22
Did cloud seeding cause Dubai flooding? What to know about the science
The United Arab Emirates saw its heaviest rainfall recorded and parts of Dubai remain flooded. The UAE uses cloud seeding to create more rain. Could it have caused the flood?
Weather
Apr 18
What’s behind Kenya’s intense flooding as death toll climbs
At least 169 people have died due to the heavy rains in Kenya, with at least 91 missing, according to the latest government figures.
Weather
Apr 30
Junior hockey: North Okanagan Knights sold, relocating to Cariboo
The franchise will now be known as the Quesnel River Rush, with the KIJHL’s board of governors unanimously approving the sale.
Sports
Apr 4
Snowpack levels about 40% below normal have B.C. premier worried
The province's latest snow bulletin says levels remain "very low" at 61 per cent of normal, compared to 79 per cent of normal this time last year.
Environment
Feb 8
B.C. hosting 30 workshops to help farmers prepare for summer droughts
Drought conditions have significant impacts on communities around the province, specifically for farmers.
Environment
Feb 8
High streamflow advisories ended for most of B.C.’s South Coast
Alerts were lifted for the Squamish and Lillooet rivers, Vancouver Island, the South Coast including Howe Sound, the Sunshine Coast, Sea-to-Sky region and North Shore Mountains.
Weather
Feb 2
