Rain Forecast as Spring Melt Recedes
Watershed Conditions Statement 鈥� Flood Outlook
2025 Flood Event 1, Bulletin Number 6 (Issued at: 2025-03-15 at 15:45;聽聽Valid until: 2025-03-20 at 12:00)
The snowpack in the 糖心直播 (UTRCA) watershed is largely depleted, which elevated water levels over the past two weeks. Water levels are rising again from the snowmelt from yesterday鈥檚 warm temperatures. 聽Rainfall amounts of 15 鈥� 35 mm are predicted today and tomorrow, which will further contribute to rising water levels. 聽There is also the possibility of thunderstorms, which may cause some additional localized flooding.
Flood peaks are expected to be in the same range as experienced last week, with flow rising again today, and cresting tomorrow and into Monday. 聽Serious flooding is not expected, but the possibility of thunder showers adds uncertainty, and flood coordinators should be watching the situation.
Flood storage remains at UTRCA鈥檚 flood control reservoirs at Fanshawe, Wildwood, and Pittock Conservation Areas. These reservoirs will be operated to reduce downstream flooding.
The UTRCA is monitoring the situation and will report on any changing conditions if necessary.
Residents may be under the impression that the melt has passed. They are reminded to remain vigilant, particularly as it is the March school break. Use extreme caution near all watercourses and stay out of all flooded areas. Stream banks can be slippery and unstable, and the water is cold and fast-moving. Parents are reminded to keep children and pets away from watercourses.
It is not safe to take shelter along riverbanks or in low lying areas that are prone to flooding.