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Critical flood mitigation work gets underway in two Okanagan communities
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Critical flood mitigation work gets underway in two Okanagan communities
Description
June 13, 2024
The Okanagan has seen its fair share of destructive flooding events in recent years. But two communities are hoping they will be better protected in the future thanks to some much-needed flood mitigation projects. Klaudia Van Emmerik now with what is being done and how it's expected to have a significant impact on the flood-prone areas.
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Critical flood mitigation work gets underway in two Okanagan communities02:29 | June 13, 2024
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Water treatment plant officially open02:12 | May 31, 2024
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Residents upset with Fortis over tree trimming02:16 | May 13, 2024
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Critical flood mitigation work gets underway in two Okanagan communities
Description
June 13, 2024
The Okanagan has seen its fair share of destructive flooding events in recent years. But two communities are hoping they will be better protected in the future thanks to some much-needed flood mitigation projects. Klaudia Van Emmerik now with what is being done and how it's expected to have a significant impact on the flood-prone areas.
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