TEAM CANADA Michelle Forberg saw her first action Tuesday at the Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles. Page 25
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Reservoir levels at record low BC Hydro raises McIvor Lake levels to store 32-day supply
The water level in the Lower Campbell/McIvor lakes reservoir started rising Monday but not because of the meagre amount of rain we’ve had over the last few days. It’s because BC Hydro is raising the level of water in the reservoir in order to have a 32-day supply to accommodate downstream fish and power generation needs. “The unprecedented weather is causing a situation on the Campbell River hydroelectric system not yet seen by BC Hydro,” company spokesperson Stephen Watson said. “With that comes responsible decision making for a ‘just-in-case’ scenario to protect downstream fish habitat and drinking water supply.” BC Hydro can pass water downstream of the Strathcona Dam – the first or most upstream dam on the Campbell River system (Ladore, then John Hart dams follow) – by having water go through the generating station or through any of three spillway gates. All the water is currently being passed through the generating station. There are two generating units in the powerhouse. Generator No. 2 is down for annual maintenance and major capital upgrades that are required for ongoing reliability. The Continued on Pg. 3
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Max Klein of the Willow Point Old-school Jugglers performs on Shoppers Row during River City Arts Fest Saturday. See page 19 for more pictures.
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