Watershed Conditions statement - flood outlook

The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority advises that warmer weather and rain is forecast for Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning. Overnight highs for Tuesday are expected to climb to 9 degrees and will remain above freezing overnight. The forecast is currently calling for 20-30 mm of rain for Tuesday through early Wednesday. 

While widespread flooding is not expected, the possibility for flooding in various low-lying areas of the watershed exists due to the expected rainfall and melting of the snowpack. There is also the potential for ice breakup in some areas as a result of these increased flows. Ice jams may be possible in some of the watercourses. 

Watercourses will be flowing higher than normal causing local streams and rivers to become dangerous, especially in the vicinity of culverts and bridges. Children should be warned to stay away from all watercourses. 

This Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022. 

For further information, contact duty officer Victor Lam at 905-895-1281.

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