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BC Hydro cuts Campbell River flows due to dry weather
BC Hydro says below-normal precipitation has cut inflows, prompting a staged drop to 30 m3/s while it balances power, fish habitat and recreation needs.
BC Hydro’s long-term water supply forecast says the May water supply for the Campbell River hydroelectric system is 85 per cent normal, while the residual forecast for the May to September period is 53 per cent of normal. BC Hydro has a long-term water supply forecast running from February to September that is updated monthly. It helps inform BC Hydro’s water management decisions for various uses, including fish habitat, recreation and power gen…