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Slight increase for Sunshine Coast drought conditions according to provincial report

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The B.C. government has published its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data current to Sept. 17.

Latest drought report identifies low streamflow concerns for southeast Vancouver Island

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The B.C. government has released its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data up to Sept. 10.

Drought conditions persist on East Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast

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Locally, East Vancouver Island, from Campbell River through Victoria, and the Sunshine Coast are at Level 2 on the drought severity index, with Level 5 being the most severe.

Latest drought report shows drying conditions for Sunshine Coast

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The report notes high water scarcity levels in the Chemainus and Koksilah Rivers in the Cowichan Valley.

Drought concerns slightly rise on Sunshine Coast, status quo for Vancouver Island

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The B.C. government has released its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data current to Aug. 13.

Latest drought bulletin shows no changes for Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast

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The report says variable conditions continue across the coastal region, and below-normal groundwater levels remain a concern in parts of East Vancouver Island and the South Coast.

Latest drought report shows improved conditions for Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast

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The report says recent rainfall has provided some relief for western Vancouver Island and much of the central and south coasts, but concerns remain about below-normal groundwater levels, reduced fish habitat and unsuitable water temperatures.

Vancouver Island drought conditions slightly improve after rainfall

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The B.C. government has published its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data current to July 23.

Several Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast communities break temperature records on June 23

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Temperatures soared across much of B.C. on Tuesday, breaking several daily heat records. 

More temperature records broken Monday as hot, dry weather continues

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Temperatures remained unusually high across Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast Monday. 

Several records broken across Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast as temperatures rise

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High temperatures continue to set records across much of British Columbia as summer approaches, including several communities on Vancouver...

Heavy rain set to soak Vancouver Island through Friday

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Heavy rainfall has already caused several streamflow advisories and flood watches.

Update: Evacuation order rescinded for areas surrounding Chemainus River 

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Eleven properties were asked to leave their homes immediately as flooding on the Chemainus River threatens homes.

Increased water levels on Chemainus River cause for concern, Emergency Management Cowichan 

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Take caution around Chemainus River as water levels continue to rise.

Up to 15 centimetres of snow forecast for Malahat during morning commute

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Drivers heading over the Malahat should prepare for difficult conditions during the Tuesday morning commute.

Significant rainfall could cause washouts, flooding on Eastern Vancouver Island

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Environment Canada says rain could be heavy at times causing flooding on roads, and washouts. They're encouraging everyone to be mindful and cautious if they head out.
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