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Ongoing drought could put some parts of B.C. in unfamiliar territory this year

Satellite images show province's rivers narrower and shallower than last year

May 13, 2024  By Ground Water Canada



Vancouver – Satellite photos are showing British Columbia’s rivers are running narrower and shallower than they were at this time last year. The head of B.C.’s River Forecast Centre says some parts of the province are likely to enter into unfamiliar territory if another hot and dry summer is to happen. The province’s snowpack was at its lowest ever recorded this year, and water scarcity and other challenges could be experienced this year. CTV News report | READ MORE


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