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Updated ice-jam mapping helps reduce flood risk in Fort McMurray

Updated mapping of ice-jam risks is helping Fort McMurray avoid major flood damage.

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Ice jams can cause sudden flooding, while improved mapping supports local preparedness and risk reduction.

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  1. Updated Ice-Jam Mapping Helps Fort McMurray Avoid Major Flood Damage ↗cfweradio.ca · Recorded source date: Aug 26, 2026, 7:47 AM UTC

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