Throughout this summer, the city has been experiencing fairly dry conditions. The City of Thunder Bay parks division has put out a watering alert, asking the public to water trees on their own properties, as well as trees on city land near their homes.
Urban Forest Program Specialist
Rena Viehbeck said some trees around the city have been experiencing stress, with leaves turning a lighter green colour, browning, and wilting.Viehbeck added that the stress of drought is more significant for a younger trees.
