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Hotter than normal summer ahead for B.C., say federal forecasters

British Columbia is likely headed for a warmer-than-normal summer, with Environment Canada forecasting above-average temperatures across much of the province.

High streamflow advisory issued for Granby River

The warning, issued this morning, means water levels are rising or are expected to rise, but no major flooding is expected.

Kootenay snowpack above normal while Boundary faces heightened drought risk

Snowpack conditions in southeastern British Columbia show a sharp divide heading into the spring freshet, with above-normal levels in parts of the Kootenays contrasting with significant deficits in the Boundary region.

Keep winter tires on as Kootenays face lingering spring driving hazards

A few mild afternoons don’t mean winter is over, especially in higher-elevation areas of the Kootenays. Snow flurries remain in the forecast across the region.

Keep winter tires on as Kootenays face lingering spring driving hazards

A few mild afternoons don’t mean winter is over, especially in higher-elevation areas of the Kootenays. Snow flurries remain in the forecast across the region.

Boundary avalanche danger rated ‘moderate’

The avalanche danger for most of the Boundary is rated as moderate, while in the Kootenays it's considerable for the most part and high in the north.

Snowfall, fallen trees force widespread highway closures in Kootenays

Several major highways in southern B.C. remained closed Wednesday, Dec. 17, due to fallen trees, heavy snow and hazardous driving conditions.

West Kootenay under drought level three

Drought conditions in most of the West Kootenay region are at drought level three.  

West Kootenay under High Streamflow Advisory

A High Streamflow Advisory has been issued for the West Kootenay region.  The BC River Forecast Centre says the advisory...

Low Kootenay snowpack brings drought concerns

Plan for another season of drought. The low snowpack, early melt and expectation of warm temperatures likely means another dry...

Kootenays better prepared for climate emergencies

The Kootenays will be better able to withstand and adapt to natural hazards and climate-caused disasters with $1,143,920 in...
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