Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety (Event message #1)

The Long Point Region Conservation Authority is issuing a Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety Statement for its entire watershed.

A Texas low-pressure system that moved into the Long Point Region watershed overnight has resulted in 13 to 21 mm of rainfall across our watershed. A total of 30 to 35 mm is forecasted by the time the system moves through on Monday. Under the forecasted conditions, riverine water levels and flows will increase. At this point in time no major flooding is expected to occur; however, localized flooding may occur in low lying areas, and regions with poor drainage.

People are warned to stay away from ditches, water bodies, streams, rivers and ponds as the
combination of slippery banks and cold fast-flowing water is dangerous. Landowners are also advised to make sure dams, culverts, and catch basins are free from debris and functioning properly, if the work can be done safely.

This Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety Statement will remain in effect until
noon, Tuesday, December 31, 2024. LPRCA staff will continue to monitor forecasted conditions and will update this message as necessary.

Contact Paul Gagnon, Lands & Waters Supervisor at lprca.floodmessage@lprca.on.ca or 519-429-4899 should further information be required.

Note:
Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety Statement: a message issued by the Conservation Authority to advise municipal flood coordinators and watershed residents that unsafe lake, river and channel conditions may develop or exist.