Lethbridge lifts boating advisories for Oldman, St. Mary rivers
Falling water levels prompted fire officials to end the caution period for paddlers and boaters on both waterways.
Why it matters
The lifted advisories mean boaters and paddlers in the Lethbridge area can safely return to the Oldman and St. Mary rivers.
Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services has cancelled boating advisories previously in place for the Oldman and St. Mary rivers, citing a drop in river levels and flow rates.
The advisories had urged caution for anyone using the rivers due to elevated water conditions. With levels and flow now reduced, officials determined the added risk to boaters and paddlers has passed.
The City of Lethbridge did not indicate any new restrictions accompanying the cancellation, meaning river users can resume normal activity on both waterways.
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