Loss of forest cover is associated with more frequent extreme flooding, as well as more frequent floods of any size, according to new UBC research.
Aug 2, 2023
The B.C. Interior is facing growing flood risk in the coming days. UBC experts are available to comment.
May 4, 2023
Two atmospheric rivers are forecast to affect coastal B.C. in the next few days. UBC experts are available to comment.
Oct 26, 2022
Recent rains have swollen rivers in many parts of B.C., prompting a flood watch and evacuation advisories. UBC experts are available to comment.
Jun 30, 2022
UBC experts are available to comment on the first warm spell of summer in southwestern B.C.
Jun 22, 2022
UBC experts are available to comment on flooding and extreme weather, in light of a state of emergency in Kelowna and other parts of western Canada.
Jun 13, 2022
UBC engineering researchers will share preliminary observations on the natural disaster, informed by a combination of recent aerial reconnaissance of the disaster sites, together with applied research and specialist expertise.
Dec 14, 2021
Parts of Alberta and the B.C. Interior are starting to experience the impacts of flooding. UBC experts are available to comment.
Apr 29, 2020
UBC experts are available to comment on spring flooding in Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick, Ontario and Quebec.
May 1, 2018
Recent flooding in Texas has underscored the need for flood prevention in flood-prone North American cities.
Sep 6, 2017
Canadians across the country are battling flooding especially in Eastern Canada where heavy rain has caused major problems. UBC experts are available to comment on the issue.
May 8, 2017
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