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South Sask. River levels very low, expected to rise as melt continues in the Rocky moutainsThe river could rise once all the melt from the Rocky mountains takes place, but it is not known how much the river levels could increase.CanadaJun 6
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Saskatchewan municipalities to lobby province for wetland policyFor years, groups like Ducks Unlimited Canada have pushed the province to develop a wetland policy, as Saskatchewan is the only province without one.CanadaFeb 15
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Spring runoff potential varies across Saskatchewan from well below normal to above normalThe Saskatchewan Water Security Agency says spring runoff estimates are based on a number of factors, including conditions at freeze-up and the snowpack.CanadaFeb 5
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Caution urged before heading out on ice-covered Saskatchewan water bodiesOfficials are urging people to exercise caution before heading out on frozen Saskatchewan water bodies due to the continuing warm weather.CanadaJan 8
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South Sask. River levels dropping to near normal, users reminded to be safeSouth Saskatchewan River levels are expected to drop to near normal for the month. People are being reminded to be safe on the water.CanadaAug 4, 2020
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La Ronge Dam at risk of failing: Saskatchewan Water Security AgencyWhile La Ronge Dam is not in imminent danger of failing, the WSA said it changed its emergency classification due to significant rainfall in the area recently.CanadaJul 30, 2020
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Conservation group calls for environmental assessment on $4B Lake Diefenbaker irrigation project"We really don’t know exactly what the consequences will be.”EnvironmentJul 29, 2020
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South Saskatchewan River levels decreasing, but experts say it’s not safe yet"These water levels we're at right now are still very high and they pose a risk to people on the river," WSA spokesperson Patrick Boyle said Friday.EnvironmentJul 24, 2020
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Peak flows, water levels not yet reached in Churchill River basin: WSAThe Saskatchewan Water Security Agency says flows and water levels are expected to exceed historical highs in part of the Churchill River basin.CanadaJul 21, 2020
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Saskatchewan government investing $1M in agricultural water management projectsThe commitment builds off of a $4-billion government irrigation investment in the Saskatchewan Conservation and Development Association announced last year.CanadaJul 20, 2020
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