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Rapid rise in rivers could have dangerous repercussions 

A strong storm system that passed through the region has prompted the BC River Forecast to issue streamflow advisories for Vancouver Island and the south coast.  

According to a statement, the low-flow drought condition could have significant impacts on streamflow runoff conditions, and rivers could rise unexpectedly.  

Municipalities across the province are still seeing elevated drought levels, and with these high levels, the forecast says rivers are expected to rapidly rise, especially around riverbanks, creeks, and fast-flowing bodies of water.  

While no major flooding is expected people are still being asked to stay clear of fast-flowing rivers and unstable riverbanks and avoid swimming and fishing around unstable riverbanks. 

For up-to-date information on water conditions head over to the River Forecast Centre for proactive steps, and register for the Voyent Alert app. 

Justin Baumgardner
Justin Baumgardner
Justin is a local reporter in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, and is based in Duncan. He has worked in radio for over three years, with all of them in British Columbia. He was previously at 91.7 Coast FM in Nanaimo and also has shows on 95.7 Coast FM, and the weekend show on 89.7 Sun FM. When he is not on the air, he can be found travelling the island and enjoying everything that beautiful British Columbia has to offer.

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