Okanagan begins annual drought watch at Level 2, very dry

A map showing drought level conditions in B.C.’s Southern Interior , ranging from brown to tan and yellow .For a third week in a row, with the unofficial start to summer underway, the Okanagan remains at Drought Level 2, which is very dry.At Level 2, the province says “adverse impacts to socio-economic or ecosystem values are unlikely,” but response measures should include conservation actions that include local water restrictions where appropriate.

At Level 3 , the province says “adverse impacts to socio-economic or ecosystem values are possible,” while Level 4, extremely dry, has likely adverse impacts.With temperatures to rise soon, the OBWB says Okanagan water purveyors should closely monitor supplies and customer demand and begin communicating with customers for continuing drought conditions this summer.

“The Okanagan spent more than half of 2023 in drought, starting in June and this drought is persisting into 2024,” said the OBWB. “The below-normal snowpack this winter means, despite some rain in April, the Okanagan hasn’t seen significant recovery from last year’s drought.”has a 1-4 rating. The Central Okanagan is at level 2, severe drought, while the North Okanagan and South Okanagan are at level 1, moderate drought.Check your local jurisdiction for watering restrictions.

In related news, provincial officials also released their weekly freshet and flood status on Thursday. According to the province, normal to above-normal seasonal flows are present, but stable river conditions are expected through next week.Taking your dog to the U.S.? New requirements go into effect Aug. 1N.S. couple now millionaires after picking same lotto numbers for 38 years

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