The Prairies are heading into another drought. Here's why the region is more vulnerable this time

Droughts are nothing new for southern Alberta, but experts say it is becoming more common to see similar conditions appear in northern parts of the province. While drought conditions might not be felt by most people living in northern Alberta, conditions hint to potentially worse conditions in years to come. 

The Prairies are heading into another drought. Here's why the region is more vulnerable this time
River that is depleted from water. Behind it a mountainline with snowpeaks, and a hill covered in trees.

Droughts are nothing new for southern Alberta, but experts say it is becoming more common to see similar conditions appear in northern parts of the province. While drought conditions might not be felt by most people living in northern Alberta, conditions hint to potentially worse conditions in years to come.