Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Low water levels raise serious concerns

"The immediate consequences of this spring’s low water levels range from good to mildly disappointing. There are fewer mosquitoes (good) but a kayaking competition was cancelled (not so good).

But if Environment Canada predictions for hot weather and little rain in June prove accurate, Ottawans could face serious problems in coming months.

Ottawa Riverkeeper executive director Meredith Brown said Ottawa’s water is now at September levels and this could harm crops."

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