Summer recap: Regina breaks all-time August heat record, drought continues
The 2018 summer season in Regina was warm and dry, continuing a drought that has been ongoing for 17 months. Continue reading
Saskatchewan drought
Rain in forecast to bring minor relief to fire risk in Saskatchewan
By Tiffany Lizée Meteorologist
After record-breaking heat in Saskatchewan on Tuesday and a tinder dry start to the month of May, rain is finally in the forecast. Parts of the province could see upwards of 25 millimeters of rain, and although it won’t cure the drought, it will offer some relief. Continue reading
Regina had a snowy start to March and bitterly cold end
By Tiffany Lizée Meteorologist
March in Regina was significantly colder than usual with over double the normal amount of snowfall. Continue reading
Winter drought may spell disaster for Saskatchewan farmers
Depleted sub-soil moisture reserves, near record lows of precipitation in 2017, and a lack of snow this winter mean farmers crop yields will likely be average at best in 2018. Continue reading
Dry summer affecting Saskatchewan wheat yields
The average yield for spring wheat in Saskatchewan is expected to decline 14.1 per cent due to the dry growing season. Continue reading
Hay prices on the rise in Saskatchewan
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
A hot, dry summer across Saskatchewan has taken its toll on crops, including hay, which has seen a price increase. Continue reading
Drought in Saskatchewan reached extreme levels in July
Parts of Saskatchewan saw extreme drought levels this summer. Regina had its driest July in more than 130 years. Continue reading