Bow River
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Officials urge Calgarians to play it safe on the water this summerCalgary officials say water incidents can be easily avoided by knowing your route, current river conditions, and the skill level of your group on the water.CanadaJun 17
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City of Calgary officials forecast river levels to peak by TuesdayDespite the rising water levels, City of Calgary officials said 70 per cent of the damage potential from the 2013 floods has been reduced due to investments in flood resilience.CanadaJun 1
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Banff monitoring Bow River for flooding amid heavy downpour, snowpack meltA high streamflow advisory is in effect for the Bow River as snowpack melt and heavy rainfall washes away. A number of trails in Banff have been closed due to water pooling.NewsJun 1
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With days of heavy rain in the forecast, southern Alberta prepares for floodingWith up to 100 millimetres of rain in the forecast over the next few days, communities in southern and central Alberta are preparing for the possibility of flooding.WeatherMay 29
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Flood watch, high streamflow advisories issued in Banff National ParkRising waters, caused by unseasonably warm temperatures, has prompted a high streamflow advisory to be issued for the Bow River in Banff National Park.WeatherMay 28
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‘Don’t let go of the boat’: Calgary’s ice canoeing team gears up for raceIf you've been along Calgary's Bow River by night lately and wondered if your eyes decieved you, rest assured — ice canoeing (by night) is a real thing.SportsJan 16
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Canada election 2025 results: Bow RiverBow River is a federal riding located in Alberta.PoliticsApr 22, 2025
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Don’t use cheap floaties, rivergoers warned as Western Canada sweats in renewed heat wave'The most common reason we're called is people are purchasing plastic floaties, rafts, flamingos that are not meant for swift water.'WeatherJul 17, 2024
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Bow River water rescues climb amid hot temperaturesRescues happen all over the Bow River but the Calgary Fire Department says many of the calls come from Harvie Passage, an area meant for kayakers, with man-made rapids.CanadaJul 11, 2024
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Big crowds expected along Bow River for long weekend; city upping patrolsThe City of Calgary will be increasing patrols along the Bow River this long weekend, as many people are expected to opt for a float with local pools still closed.CanadaJun 27, 2024
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