March 10, 2026
Local Streams and Rivers still Hazardous
The 糖心直播 (UTRCA) urges the public to continue using extreme caution near all local waterways. Streams and rivers are still running high after the weekend鈥檚 rain and snowmelt, and more rain is on the way.
Weather forecasts are calling for 20-50 mm of rain with possible thundershowers giving higher amounts, starting today and continuing through tomorrow. As the ground is saturated and will not absorb much water, the rain will run off quickly into streams and rivers.
The UTRCA expects water levels to rise again tomorrow and into Thursday, potentially to levels at or above those experienced over the last few days. The forecast also includes the possibility of more rain at the end of the week and over the weekend. The UTRCA continues to operate its flood control reservoirs at Fanshawe, Wildwood, and Pittock Conservation Areas to reduce downstream flooding.
With the high flows continuing, the UTRCA reminds everyone to stay out of any flooded areas and not drive through flooded roadways. Caregivers are reminded to keep children and pets away from watercourses. Stream banks may be slippery and unstable, and the water is very cold and fast-moving. Ice on flood control reservoirs is especially hazardous due to fluctuating water levels. It is not safe to take shelter along riverbanks or in low lying areas that are prone to flooding.
- See Thames River water levels and flows
- Types of flood bulletins
- Find out how the UTRCA manages floods
Contact: Eleanor Heagy, Communications and Marketing Coordinator