Rain Forecast for Weekend (flood bulletin, July 16, 2021)

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY

Issued July 16, 2021 at 3:30 pm; Valid until July 19, 2021

Weather forecasts are calling for 25 – 45 mm of rain in the region between Friday afternoon and Saturday afternoon. Recent rainfall over the past two weeks has made the watershed more susceptible to runoff; however, we do not expect these amounts to cause any serious flooding, though there may be localized drainage issues in low lying areas.

The UTRCA’s flood control reservoirs at Fanshawe, Wildwood, and Pittock Conservation Areas will be operated to reduce any downstream flooding if required.

UTRCA officials are monitoring the situation and will report on any changing conditions if necessary.

Residents are reminded to use extreme caution near all watercourses. Stream banks can be slippery and unstable and the water may quickly become fast-moving and higher than normal. Parents are reminded to keep children and pets away from watercourses.

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