Residents urged to stay clear of unstable banks and fast‑moving water after recent rainfall.
A moisture-laden weather system has prompting renewed water level concerns in the Upper Thames River watershed.
Conservation officials say ground conditions are already near saturation following recent rainfall, with water levels still slightly elevated. As a result, much of the ongoing precipitation is expected to run off directly into local waterways, potentially pushing levels up to or above those seen last week.
While the conservation authority does not anticipate major flooding, it says conditions are being closely monitored.
Flood control reservoirs at Fanshawe Conservation Area, Wildwood Conservation Area and Pittock Conservation Area will be operated as needed to help reduce downstream impacts.
Residents are being urged to exercise extreme caution around all waterways. Officials warn that stream banks may be unstable and slippery, while fast-moving, cold water increases the risk of serious injury.
The UTRCA is also reminding the public to stay out of flooded areas, avoid driving through water-covered roads, and keep children and pets away from rivers and streams. Low-lying areas near watercourses should not be used for shelter.
