2987 Community Events TransAlta will be releasing water from a spillway into the river The North Saskatchewan River flow will increase over the next few days as TransAlta releases water from a major spillway into the river. TransAlta has advised communities downstream, including Devon, that the release event is to occur. Communities, outdoor enthusiasts and recreationists making use of the river should be aware of higher water levels and that the river may contain more sediment and debris than normally expected. There is an elevated risk to using the river during this time, and residents are encouraged to be cautious. Read the full release here Share Print