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Extreme Rainfall in B.C. Highlights Urban Infrastructure Challenges Amid Climate Change

  • Intense rainfall recently flooded North Vancouver, demonstrating the limitations of existing drainage systems as climate-driven weather events intensify.
  • Cities like Vancouver are planning climate-resilient infrastructure, but many lack the resources to upgrade systems effectively.
  • Experts suggest alternatives, including rainwater harvesting and green roofs, to better manage stormwater and reduce flood impacts.