Lake Roosevelt levels rising

The Bureau of Reclamation is advising people camping on the Lake Roosevelt shoreline over the July 4 weekend to be aware of dangers that could exist due to rapidly rising lake levels. The lake is impounded by Grand Coulee Dam on the Columbia River 90 miles west of Spokane.

“When camping on the shoreline, tents and other belongings should be kept well away from the water’s edge,” said Public Affairs Officer Lynne Brougher. “Although the lake is a popular vacation spot, it is also a working reservoir that supplies water for Grand Coulee Dam which can result in rapid fluctuations.”

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