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Boaters to proceed with caution around Site C: BC Hydro

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C – BC Hydro is back with its seasonal reminder for boat owners that a section of the Peace R…

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FORT ST. JOHN, B.C – BC Hydro is back with its seasonal reminder for boat owners that a section of the Peace River is permanently closed.

According to the company, being on or near the water surrounding Site C construction presents serious safety risks.

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To move boaters around the construction area, a seasonal portage program will be resuming to transport non-motorized vessels by road past the dam.  The program operates between the Halfway River boat launch and the Peace Island Park boat launch from May 15th to September 15th.

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Hazards include:

For more information, please visit www.sitecproject.com/boating or phone 1-877-217-0777.

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