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Alberta towns want logging paused to reduce risk to area drinking water

Drought has contributed to water shortage in southern Alberta

November 28, 2023  By Ground Water Canada



Okotoks, Alta. – The mayors of Okotoks and High River are calling for end to the clearcutting of Kananaskis, citing a serious risk to available drinking water in southern Alberta. Drought has contributed to a water shortage in the area, and mandating a pause in logging would help matters, advocates agree. Cochrane Eagle report | READ MORE

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