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Younes Alila
Professor of forest hydrology and watershed management at the University of British Columbia with decades of research on how land use, forestry practices and climate influence flooding and watershed risks.
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Jan 7, 2026
• 24min
More than rain: why flooding is getting worse in BC
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In this insightful discussion, Dr. Younes Alila, a forest hydrology expert from UBC, unpacks the escalating flood crisis in British Columbia. He highlights that climate change isn't the sole culprit, with land use practices like clear-cut logging significantly exacerbating flood risks. Alila explains how clear-cutting accelerates runoff and encourages a shift to more sustainable logging methods. He emphasizes the need for better regulation and centralized policy to manage flood risks effectively while calling for science-driven solutions to inform future land-use decisions.
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