WATERSHED CONDITIONS: WATER SAFETY STATEMENT
Weather Forecast:
Environment Canada is forecasting milder temperatures and rainfall amounts up to 15 mm by late Sunday.
Environmental Conditions:
Runoff is expected due to forecasted rainfall, warmer temperatures and melting snow. This will lead to increased water levels and flows across the SNC jurisdiction. Ice breakup is also possible.
Risks:
Warmer temperatures, snow melt and rainfall will likely produce higher water levels and possible nuisance flooding in low-lying areas across the jurisdiction. Unstable ice conditions may also result from warmer temperatures and higher flows.
ACTION:
Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution when near rivers and waterbodies as the forecasted weather may rapidly increase river flows and cause slippery conditions. Parents are encouraged to explain these dangers to their children.
Residents in flood prone or low-lying areas, historically susceptible to flooding, should take the necessary precautions to protect their property. Please ensure:
- sump pump is clear, in good working condition and has a backwater valve on it.
- downspouts are clear and the outlet is at least 3 m from the dwelling.
- easy access to portable backup generator and pump.
Duration:
This water safety statement is in effect until Tuesday, March 8th, 2022 at 5 PM or until an update has been issued.
SNC monitors the water levels and weather forecasts as part of the Flood Forecasting and Warning Program. Updates are provided as conditions change.
To provide feedback on water related conditions please email waterwatch@nation.on.ca, post on our Facebook (/SouthNationConservation) or Twitter (@SouthNationCA).
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Katherine Watson, Water Resources Specialist – Monitoring, 1-877-984-2948, kwatson@nation.on.ca.
Forwarded to: All Flood Forecasting and Warning Directory.
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