Rain relief in the Boundary! Over the past 24hrs, Grand Forks has received 16mm of much needed rain – and it’s still coming down. A welcome break from the dry conditions we’ve ben experiencing. Fire Danger rating is ranging from low to high (BC Wildfire) within the region, with the Provincial Drought Code holding at Level 3 (BC DroughtPortal). The radar is showing this rain event covering the Boundary Region – is it accurate? Has anyone in the Boundary not seen rain in the last 24 hours? Let us know
Looking ahead: Hot and dry conditions are expected to return, with temps in the 30’s (‘C) by the start of September. Forecasts shown below for Christina Lake, Grand Forks, Rock Creek and Big White (Meteologix.com). This rain is already making a difference, working to increase our river water levels to more normal conditions for this time of year. We’re hoping this steady rain will soak in enough to cushion the impact as the heat returns.
Stay informed!
- BC Drought Portal: https://droughtportal.gov.bc.ca
- BC Wildfire Service Map: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/map
- Precipitation and Temperature Forecasts: meteologix.com/ca
- Water Survey of Canada: https://wateroffice.ec.gc.ca/map/
- Northwest River Forecast Center (Kettle River): https://www.nwrfc.noaa.gov/rfc/
