WATERSHED CONDITIONS: WATER SAFETY STATEMENT
Weather Forecast:
Significant rainfall of 20 to 30 mm is forecasted for December 14th.
Environmental Conditions:
Water levels across the jurisdiction are normal for this time of year. Currently soils are saturated or partly frozen with minimal amounts of snow cover across the jurisdiction.
Risks:
Rainfall is likely to produce high water levels and possible nuisance flooding in low-lying areas across the jurisdiction.
ACTION:
Residents are advised to exercise caution when near rivers as the forecasted weather may rapidly increase river flows and cause slippery river banks. Parents are encouraged to explain these dangers to their children.
Duration:
This statement is in effect until Tuesday, December 17th, 2019.
SNC monitors the water levels and weather forecasts as part of the Flood Forecasting and Warning Program. Updates are provided as conditions change.
Please visit www.nation.on.ca for more information and provide feedback with respect to changes in water related conditions in local areas. All feedback can be sent to waterwatch@nation.on.ca, or posted on our Facebook (/SouthNationConservation) or Twitter (@SouthNationCA).
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Omar Kana’n, Water Resources Specialist – Engineering,
1-877-984-2948, okanan@nation.on.ca.
Forwarded to: All Flood Forecasting and Warning Directory
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