Status: Normal
Flood warning ended
Saturday, April 8, 2023 (4:00 PM)
The Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) has ended the flood warning issued on April 6, 2023.
Water level remain high, but are subsiding across the RRCA's jurisdiction, and are now at or below flood threshold levels. No rain is forecast for the coming week. Dams on the Garry River system continue to be actively managed. It is expected that lake inflows will soon decline sufficiently to allow outflow from Mill Pond to be reduced.
Caution is still advised as water levels and flows remain high across the region. If you encounter flooded roadways, do not drive through floodwaters: Water can hide flood damage to the road, which could include washed-out sections of road. Strong currents can sweep vehicles off roadways.
For more information: Halya Petzold, Resource Specialist, 613-938-3611 ext. 244, floodforecasting@rrca.on.ca
Media contact: Vincent Pilon, Public Information Coordinator, 613-938-3611 ext. 229, vincent.pilon@rrca.on.ca
About Flood Forecasting and Warning in the RRCA
The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) is responsible for flood related emergencies. Flood forecasting and warning has been delegated to Conservation Authorities. If a local emergency is declared, MNRF will work directly with the municipality and in consultation with the Conservation Authority.
The Raisin Region Conservation Authority monitors precipitation and water levels throughout Cornwall, South Glengarry, and large portions of North Glengarry and South Stormont.
About Flood Forecasting Notices
Normal
No flood conditions exist.
Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety
High flows, unsafe banks, melting ice or other factors that could be dangerous for recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, children, pets, etc. Flooding is not expected.
Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook
Early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.
Flood Watch
Flooding is possible in specific watercourses or municipalities. Municipalities, emergency services and individual landowners in flood-prone areas should prepare.
Flood Warning
Flooding is imminent or already occurring in specific watercourses or municipalities.
In the event of a flood status of anything other than normal, the RRCA will issue a media release and advise our member municipalities.