N.W.T. gov t investigating cause of Taltson flooding, pledges support to trappers
The N.W.T. s department of environment and natural resources is investigating the cause of flooding along the Taltson River that s led to major losses for trappers along the riverbanks, according to its South Slave regional superintendent for wildlife.
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Posted: Jan 29, 2021 6:00 AM CT | Last Updated: January 29
Photos provided by Arthur Beck show his Taltson River cabin and equipment inside it flooded and frozen over.(Arthur Beck/Facebook)
The N.W.T. s department of environment and natural resources is investigating the cause of flooding along the Taltson River that s led to major losses for trappers along the riverbanks, according to its South Slave regional superintendent for wildlife.
N.W.T. trapper blames Taltson dam for flooded property, but NTPC says it s not responsible
Hunters and trappers along the Taltson River have been left dealing with wreckage caused by high water levels that flooded cabins and damaged trapping equipment.
Social Sharing It s really sad … all our traps are frozen. All our equipment is done, says Arthur Beck
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Posted: Jan 26, 2021 5:17 PM CT | Last Updated: January 27
A photo from Arthur Beck s Facebook page shows the interior of his cabin, submerged in ice.(Arthur Beck/Facebook)
Hunters and trappers along the Taltson River have been left dealing with wreckage caused by high water levels that flooded cabins and damaged trapping equipment.