Okanagan Drought
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Mild and dry weather causing concerns among Okanagan fruit growersThe warmer weather is forcing farmers to irrigate more, however, the ongoing drought is creating issues.WeatherJan 4
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Above-average temperatures could increase fall fire activity in OkanaganPlanned ignitions are continuing on the McDougall Creek wildfire to remove any unburnt fuels and bring the fire closer to containment lines.FireSep 10, 2023
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Impact of B.C. drought on province’s fish could be severe, experts sayIf these severe droughts and extremely high temperatures persist year after year, there could be bigger problems, especially in the Okanagan.EnvironmentAug 6, 2023
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BC Wildfire crews limiting fire growth during initial attacks on Okanagan wildfiresKeeping the fires small has much to do with both how crews are tackling the blaze as well as the way the public is reporting them.FireJul 14, 2023
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Okanagan Valley moves to level two droughtA level two drought isn't expected to severely impact the environment, however Jackson says that could quickly change if the valley doesn't get enough rain.EnvironmentJun 24, 2023
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Okanagan now at Drought Level 4; government asking residents to reduce water use‘General voluntary reduction of water usage, from surface and groundwater in southern B.C. is encouraged,’ the ministry said as a result of increased drought conditions.EnvironmentAug 14, 2021
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Water conservation: Okanagan residents challenged to ‘make water work’'We have less water available per person in the Okanagan. At the same time, we use two times more than the average Canadian.'EnvironmentJun 23, 2021
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Okanagan elevated to Level 3 drought rating, water conservation urgedResidents, industry, farmers and municipalities are asked to reduce water use by 30 per cent.Jun 20, 2019
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Be prepared to weather more weather extremes in the OkanaganFrom spring floods to summer drought. It has so far been a challenging year in the Okanagan in terms of the weather.WeatherSep 8, 2017
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