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B.C.’s low water levels in its lakes and rivers could mean lingering drought this summer

Levels are unusually low for this time of year, based on historical averages

April 11, 2023  By Ground Water Canada


Vancouver – Many of British Columbia’s lakes and rivers are at unusually low levels for this time of year, in relation to historical averages, and the Ministry of Forests suggests it could impact the province’s long-range drought outlook. The ministry statement added groundwater recharge has been reduced and could lead to longer periods into the summer. Vancouver Sun report | READ MORE

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