Flood forecast: What does 2019 look like for Calgary?
The city’s goal is to have all flood mitigation projects in place by 2024. ​ Continue reading
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Charges pending after ‘domestic-related’ hit and run: Calgary police
Calgary police say charges are pending against a man involved in a hit-and-run collision on Wednesday that sent one woman to hospital. Continue reading
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Heavy vehicle restrictions changed, lane closed on Calgary bridge following inspection
Up to now, trucks heavier than 8.5 tonnes were not allowed to use the bridge. Now, trucks weighing more than five tonnes will also have to detour around the bridge. Continue reading
Calgary mayor frustrated with Rocky View County vote to request halt on Springbank dam project
The Springbank dam is one of several municipal and provincial flood mitigation projects proposed in the wake of the 2013 floods. Continue reading
Calgary volunteers use nature to prevent flood damage on Elbow River
By Carolyn Kury de Castillo Reporter
The 2013 floods destroyed not only homes in Calgary but much of the city’s riverbanks. Now, a local group is doing a “river makeover” using plants to protect water quality and save river properties from erosion. Continue reading
New program promotes safety along Calgary’s rivers
By Gil Tucker Reporter
River Ambassadors took to Calgary’s riverbanks, spreading the word about water safety. Continue reading
Invasive crayfish may pose new threat to Calgary-area trout
By Gil Tucker Reporter
Invaders in the Elbow River? The search is on for an invasive species that could harm native species in the Calgary area. Continue reading
New signs warning Calgarians of Elbow River contamination receive critique from river user
A Calgary river user says new signs warning people to be cautious about using the Elbow River are not informative enough. Continue reading
Mother, daughter rescued from capsized raft on Elbow River
Four of the family members were able to get to shore safely, but a mother and her five-year-old daughter were left stranded on a rock. Continue reading
Don’t swim in Elbow River due to fecal bacteria contamination: AHS
The advisory was originally put in place by AHS on July 8, 2016, but health officials wanted to remind Calgary residents of the hazard as the summer season has begun. Continue reading