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Record summer rainfall disrupts major Edmonton festivals

A wet, windy summer has forced organizers of some of Edmonton's biggest public events to scramble and adjust plans on the fly.

Edmonton is experiencing a summer of record-breaking rainfall, with soggy and windy conditions repeatedly disrupting some of the city's signature outdoor events.

Organizers of one of Edmonton's major music festivals say they have been working hard to manage the fallout from the unusual weather pattern, which has brought persistent rain and wind through the summer season.

The wet conditions have created challenges for event logistics in the city, though details on specific cancellations or damages were not confirmed in early reporting.

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