Simpson, NDP MLA ,  says Alcan increased its outflow from its Skins Lake spillway about two weeks ago. Simpson said the Prince George Liberal MLAs should be demanding an investigation to determine whether that was a factor in the floods that have put homes and businesses in jeopardy this week.

“People I’ve talked to want to know if Alcan played any role in this flooding,” Simpson said. “The Environment Minister should be asking Alcan some serious questions.”

At issue is not only Alcan’s potential responsibility for the damage and loss of livelihood faced by Prince George residents, but also a lesson in preventing similar winter flooding from happening again.

“Alcan has control over the river levels, especially at this time of the year,” said Simpson.

“People who live along the river need to have some assurance that the company is taking the local residents’ concerns to heart when they make their outflow decisions.”