Drought

• Wet spring helped fend off harsh summer drought for Alberta farmers

  A cold and dry winter set the stage for a challenging summer, but rain in May and June helped alleviate many concerns for some farmers.

  Environment

  Aug 27
  
• Last year’s drought impacts this year’s berry season in Saskatchewan

  The Berry Barn's saskatoon berry yield was a bit below average this year after last year's drought conditions impacted new growth in the fall.

  Canada

  Aug 1
  
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• Okanagan placed at a drought level two

  High temperatures and low rain levels have caused the Okanagan's drought level to be put at a level two. These dry conditions present hazards for both humans and the environment.

  Environment

  Jul 21
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• Xeriscaping: The changing face of Calgary landscaping

  Faced with drought, heat and water restrictions in the recent past, new home buyers in Calgary are choosing drought-resistant, sod-free yards for their new homes.

  Canada

  Jul 16
• Drought conditions have eased, but Calgarians still asked to ‘make every drop count’

  While recent rain, hail and cooler temperatures in the Calgary area have eased some drought concerns, City officials are still urging Calgarians to limit their water use.

  Environment

  May 24
• Tough water restrictions expected again on Sunshine Coast: ‘It’s just going to happen’

  B.C.'s Sunshine Coast is working to slash water consumption amid concerns about another dry summer during a multi-year drought that's led to extreme restrictions in prior years.

  Environment

  May 23
• Okanagan begins annual drought watch at Level 2, very dry

  At Level 2, or very dry, the province says ‘adverse impacts to socio-economic or ecosystem values are unlikely.’

  Canada

  May 17
• B.C. preparing for increased wildfire risk in northeastern region

  Forests minister Bruce Ralston said the province is preemptively setting up a wildfire command centre in the Fort Nelson area, ahead of the coming weekend.

  Environment

  May 9
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• Is recent rain in Saskatchewan dousing wildfire and drought concerns?

  Is wet weather washing away concerns around Saskatchewan's drier-than-normal conditions?

  Weather

  May 6
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• ‘Unprecedented’ demand for rain barrels in Calgary leads to shortage

  When demand rains, it pours. Possible summer water restrictions had Calgarians lining up early Saturday in hopes of buying a hard-to-find rain barrel.

  Canada

  May 4