Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety - October 5, 2023

A low-pressure system is expected to enter southern Ontario this evening bringing accumulated rainfall amounts of 20-30mm tonight and tomorrow morning. The drop in temperatures over the next two days might increase the risk of thunderstorms. Low-lying areas could be susceptible to flooding within the Kawartha Conservation jurisdiction, especially during intense rain events such as thunderstorms.

Based on information received from Environment Canada, Kawartha Conservation is issuing a Watershed Conditions Statement for the coming days October 5^th - 11^th.

A low-pressure system is expected to enter southern Ontario this evening bringing accumulated rainfall amounts of 20-30mm tonight and tomorrow morning. The drop in temperatures over the next two days might increase the risk of thunderstorms. Low-lying areas could be susceptible to flooding within the Kawartha Conservation jurisdiction, especially during intense rain events such as thunderstorms.

Widespread flooding is not anticipated, however water levels and flows in watercourses across the Kawartha Conservation jurisdiction will rise over the next few days, resulting in higher volume and faster flowing water due to the extended period of precipitation.

All watercourses have the potential to be dangerous during extended rain events and  Kawartha Conservation is warning all residents to stay a safe distance from all streams and rivers, as well as water structures such as bridges, culverts, and dams. Riverbanks can become slippery during rain events. Children should be warned of the dangerous conditions and supervised while outside.