The region saw only a trace of rain between July and mid\u002DOctober, when it usually records 200 mm or more.
A statement from the regional district says it is working to secure the water supply for users of its main Chapman reservoir, but the uncertainty of that supply in the coming months prevents removal of stringent water use restrictions.Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion delivered straight to your inbox at 7 a.m., Monday to Friday.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.
Emergency Operations Centre director Remko Rosenboom says the creek leading from the reservoir was surging after the last major downpour, but when the rain stops or falls as snow, levels can drop “dramatically.” The emergency declaration allows local governments to restrict water use by non-essential commercial operations.
Staff are monitoring watershed conditions, the district says, and if supplies are at further risk, additional cuts will be imposed.
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