Flood Watch 

Issued April 4, 2025

South Nation Conservation advises that a Flood Watch Statement is being extended in anticipation of additional snowmelt and rainfall in the upcoming week.

Weather Forecast

Environment Canada is forecasting approximately 35 mm of rainfall over the next week, with up to 20 mm forecasted on Saturday, and the potential for an additional 15 mm of rainfall by next Friday. Daytime temperatures will likely melt remaining snow adding additional runoff to local systems.

Environmental Conditions

The melting of snow and ice in combination with the forecasted rain beginning on Saturday can result in increased water levels and flows in local streams and rivers. Widespread flooding is not anticipated, however, fast flowing water and flooding of low-lying areas, floodplains, and areas with poor drainage is still possible. Low-lying areas are those that are regularly flooded during the spring freshet period. Water levels are expected to remain elevated through the week due to additional rainfall anticipated.

Risks

Rivers and streams across the jurisdiction may experience increases in water levels and flows and embankments may become unstable. Minor flooding is possible in low-lying areas and areas with poor drainage.

Action

Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution when near rivers and waterbodies due to increasing river flows and slippery conditions. Any ice-covered bodies of water are considered unsafe. Parents are encouraged to explain these dangers to their children.

Residents in flood prone or low-lying areas, historically susceptible to flooding, should take the necessary precautions to protect their property. Please ensure:

• Sump pump is clear, in good working condition and has a backwater valve on it.
• Easy access to portable backup generator and pump.
• Downspouts are clear and the outlet is at least 3 m from the dwelling.
• Driveway culverts are clear of debris and drain well.
• Securing items that might float away as flows increase.

Duration

This flood watch statement is in effect until April 11th, 2025 at 5 PM or until an update has been issued.

For more information

SNC monitors the water levels and weather forecasts as part of the Flood Forecasting and Warning Program. Updates are provided as conditions change. To provide feedback with respect to changes in water related conditions please email waterwatch@nation.on.ca, post on our Facebook (/SouthNationConservation) or Twitter (@SouthNationCA).

Flood watch 

March 28, 2025

South Nation Conservation advises that a Flood Watch Statement is being issued in anticipation of freezing rain, rainfall, and snow melt next week.

Weather forecast

Environment Canada is forecasting up to 15 cm of snow Saturday, turning into ice pellets and freezing rain Sunday. Rainfall of up to 30 mm of rain is forecasted by Monday evening, with up to an additional 20 mm of rain forecasted by the following Friday. Above seasonal temperature highs of 16°C are expected on Monday and Thursday.

Environmental conditions

The melting of snow and ice in combination with the forecasted rain beginning on Monday, can result in increased water levels and flows in local streams and rivers. Widespread flooding is not anticipated, however, fast flowing water and flooding of low-lying areas, floodplains, and areas with poor drainage is still possible. Low-lying areas are those that are regularly flooded during the spring freshet period. Water levels are expected to remain elevated through the week due to additional rainfall anticipated on Thursday.

Risks

Rivers and streams across the jurisdiction may experience increases in water levels and flows and embankments may become unstable. Minor flooding is possible in low-lying areas and areas with poor drainage.

Action

Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution when near rivers and waterbodies due to increasing river flows and slippery conditions. Any ice-covered bodies of water are considered unsafe. Parents are encouraged to explain these dangers to their children.

Residents in flood prone or low-lying areas, historically susceptible to flooding, should take the necessary precautions to protect their property.

Please ensure:

• Sump pump is clear, in good working condition and has a backwater
• valve on it.
• Easy access to portable backup generator and pump.
• Downspouts are clear and the outlet is at least 3 m from the dwelling.
• Driveway culverts are clear of debris and drain well.
• Securing items that might float away as flows increase.

Duration

This flood watch statement is in effect until April 4th, 2025 at 5 PM or until an update has been issued.

For more information

SNC monitors the water levels and weather forecasts as part of the Flood Forecasting and Warning Program. Updates are provided as conditions change. To provide feedback with respect to changes in water related conditions please email waterwatch@nation.on.ca, post on our Facebook (/SouthNationConservation) or Twitter (@SouthNationCA).

Flood watch

March 20, 2025

South Nation Conservation advises that the Flood Watch Statement updated on March 17 is being extended.

Weather Forecast

Environment Canada is forecasting precipitation amounts up to 10 mm from Thursday to Saturday. Temperatures are expected to return to seasonal day-time highs with sub-zero temperatures at night.

Environmental Conditions

The watershed is still reacting to widespread snow and ice melt and recent precipitation, which have increased water levels and flows in local streams and rivers. Widespread flooding is not anticipated, however, fast flowing water and flooding of low-lying areas, floodplains, and areas with poor drainage is possible. Low-lying areas are those that are regularly flooded during the spring freshet period.

Risks

Rivers across the jurisdiction are experiencing higher water levels, fast flowing water and slippery or unstable banks. Additionally, these conditions elevate the risk for ice breakup and ice jams at bridges, culverts and other areas producing localized flooding concerns in low lying areas.

Action

Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution when near rivers and waterbodies due to increasing river flows and slippery conditions. Any ice-covered bodies of water are considered unsafe. Parents are encouraged to explain these dangers to their children.

Residents in flood prone or low-lying areas, historically susceptible to flooding, should take the necessary precautions to protect their property. Please ensure:

• Sump pump is clear, in good working condition and has a backwater valve on it.
• Easy access to portable backup generator and pump.
• Downspouts are clear and the outlet is at least 3 m from the dwelling.
• Driveway culverts are clear of debris and drain well.
• Securing items that might float away as flows increase.

Duration

This flood watch statement is in effect until March 24, 2025 at 5 p.m. or until an update has been issued.

For more information

SNC monitors the water levels and weather forecasts as part of the Flood Forecasting and Warning Program. Updates are provided as conditions change. To provide feedback with respect to changes in water related conditions please email waterwatch@nation.on.ca, post on our Facebook (/SouthNationConservation) or Twitter (@SouthNationCA).

Flood watch

March 17, 2025

South Nation Conservation advises that the Flood Watch Statement issues on March 14 is being extended.

Weather Forecast

Environment Canada is not forecasting any additional precipitation. Temperatures are expected to drop to -9 C overnight.

Environmental Conditions

The watershed is still reacting to widespread snow and ice melt and precipitation this weekend, which have increased water levels and flows in local streams and rivers. Widespread flooding is not anticipated, however, fast flowing water and flooding of low-lying areas, floodplains, and areas with poor drainage is possible.

Risks

Rivers across the jurisdiction will result in higher water levels, fast flowing water and slippery or unstable banks. Additionally, these conditions elevate the risk for ice breakup and ice jams at bridges, culverts and other areas producing localized flooding concerns in low lying areas.

Action

Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution when near rivers and waterbodies due to increasing river flows and slippery conditions. Any ice-covered bodies of water are considered unsafe. Parents are encouraged to explain these dangers to their children.

Residents in flood prone or low-lying areas, historically susceptible to flooding, should take the necessary precautions to protect their property. Please ensure:

• Sump pump is clear, in good working condition and has a backwater valve on it.
• Easy access to portable backup generator and pump.
• Downspouts are clear and the outlet is at least 3 m from the dwelling.
• Driveway culverts are clear of debris and drain well.
• Securing items that might float away as flows increase.

Duration

This flood watch statement is in effect until March 20, 2025 at 5 p.m. or until an update has been issued.

For more information

SNC monitors the water levels and weather forecasts as part of the Flood Forecasting and Warning Program. Updates are provided as conditions change. To provide feedback with respect to changes in water related conditions please email waterwatch@nation.on.ca, post on our Facebook (/SouthNationConservation) or Twitter (@SouthNationCA).

Flood watch

March 14, 2025

South Nation Conservation advises that the Flood Outlook Statement issued on March 10th has been upgraded to a Flood Watch.

Weather Forecast

Environment Canada is forecasting warmer temperatures beginning Friday afternoon with a high of 7°C, followed by a daytime high of 16°C over the weekend in addition to 10-15 mm of rain forecasted on Sunday afternoon into Monday.

Environmental Conditions

Rainfall and snow melt will lead to increased water levels and flows in local streams and rivers. Widespread flooding is not anticipated, fast flowing water and flooding of low-lying areas, floodplains, and areas with poor drainage is possible.

Risks

Rivers across the jurisdiction will result in higher water levels, fast flowing water and slippery or unstable banks. Additionally, these conditions elevate the risk for ice breakup and ice jams at bridges, culverts and other areas producing localized flooding concerns in low lying areas.

Action

Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution when near rivers and waterbodies due to increasing river flows and slippery conditions. Any ice-covered bodies of water are considered unsafe. Parents are encouraged to explain these dangers to their children.

Residents in flood prone or low-lying areas, historically susceptible to flooding, should take the necessary precautions to protect their property. Please ensure:

• Sump pump is clear, in good working condition and has a backwater valve on it.
• Easy access to portable backup generator and pump.
• Downspouts are clear and the outlet is at least 3 m from the dwelling.
• Driveway culverts are clear of debris and drain well.
• Securing items that might float away as flows increase.

Duration

This flood watch is in effect until March 18, 2025 at 5 p.m. or until an update has been issued.

For more information

SNC monitors the water levels and weather forecasts as part of the Flood Forecasting and Warning Program. Updates are provided as conditions change. To provide feedback with respect to changes in water related conditions please email waterwatch@nation.on.ca, post on our Facebook (/SouthNationConservation) or Twitter (@SouthNationCA).

Flood outlook statement

March 10, 2025

South Nation Conservation advises that the Flood Outlook Statement issued on March 4 will be extended to March 18, 2025. Warmer temperatures and rain will continue throughout the week and flooding of low-lying areas, floodplains, and areas with poor drainage may be possible.

Weather Forecast

Environment Canada is forecasting warmer temperatures and the possibility of rain at the end of the week. Daytime temperatures are expected to reach 13°C by Saturday. Rainfall amounts of 10 to 15 mm Saturday overnight into Sunday are forecasted.

Environmental Conditions

Rainfall and snow melt will lead to increased water levels and flows in local streams and rivers. Widespread flooding is not anticipated, however, fast flowing water and flooding of low-lying areas, floodplains, and areas with poor drainage may be possible.

Risks

Rivers across the jurisdiction will result in higher water levels, fast flowing water and slippery or unstable banks. Additionally, these conditions elevate the risk for ice breakup and ice jams at bridges, culverts and other areas producing localized flooding concerns in low lying areas.

Action

Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution when near rivers and waterbodies due to increasing river flows and slippery conditions. Any ice-covered bodies of water are considered unsafe. Parents are encouraged to explain these dangers to their children.

Residents in flood prone or low-lying areas, historically susceptible to flooding, should take the necessary precautions to protect their property. Please ensure:

• Sump pump is clear, in good working condition and has a backwater valve on it.
• Easy access to portable backup generator and pump.
• Downspouts are clear and the outlet is at least 3 m from the dwelling.
• Driveway culverts are clear of debris and drain well.
• Securing items that might float away as flows increase.

Duration

This statement is in effect until March 18, 2025 at 5 p.m. or until an update has been issued.

For more information

SNC monitors the water levels and weather forecasts as part of the Flood Forecasting and Warning Program. Updates are provided as conditions change. To provide feedback with respect to changes in water related conditions please email waterwatch@nation.on.ca, post on our Facebook (/SouthNationConservation) or Twitter (@SouthNationCA).

Flood outlook statement

March 4, 2025

SNC advises that warmer temperatures and forecasted rain will mark the beginning of the spring freshet.

Weather Forecast

Environment Canada is forecasting warmer temperatures and rain today and tomorrow. Daytime temperatures are expected to reach up to 10°C. Rainfall amounts over the next two days are expected to be between 10 mm and 25 mm.

Environmental Conditions

Rainfall and snow melt will lead to increased water levels and flows in local streams and rivers. Widespread flooding is not anticipated, however, fast flowing water and flooding of low-lying areas, floodplains, and areas with poor drainage may be possible.

Risks

Rivers across the jurisdiction will result in higher water levels, fast flowing water and slippery or unstable banks. Additionally, these conditions elevate the risk for ice breakup and ice jams at bridges, culverts and other areas producing localized flooding concerns in low lying areas.

Action

Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution when near rivers and waterbodies due to increasing river flows and slippery conditions. Any ice-covered bodies of water are considered unsafe. Parents are encouraged to explain these dangers to their children.

Residents in flood prone or low-lying areas, historically susceptible to flooding, should take the necessary precautions to protect their property. Please ensure:

• Sump pump is clear, in good working condition and has a backwater valve on it.
• Easy access to portable backup generator and pump.
• Downspouts are clear and the outlet is at least 3 m from the dwelling.
• Driveway culverts are clear of debris and drain well.
• Securing items that might float away as flows increase.

Duration

This flood outlook statement is in effect until March 11, 2025 at 5 p.m. or until an update has been issued.

For more information

SNC monitors the water levels and weather forecasts as part of the Flood Forecasting and Warning Program. Updates are provided as conditions change. To provide feedback with respect to changes in water related conditions please email waterwatch@nation.on.ca, post on our Facebook (/SouthNationConservation) or Twitter (@SouthNationCA).