The drought rating for eastern Vancouver Island has reached the highest warning level as hot and dry conditions persist.
A Level 4 drought classification indicates conditions are extremely dry and that the water supply won’t meet economic or environmental needs.
The Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations says a number of streams on Vancouver Island are at or near record-low flows for this time of year and recent rain hasn’t helped.
Those drawing water from all streams are reminded to ensure that intakes are screened to the standards set by Fisheries and Oceans Canada to prevent fish from
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