South Nation

Weather Forecast

According to Environment and Climate Change Canada precipitation is forecasted across the Ottawa River watershed for Thursday through the weekend.

Environmental Conditions:

According to the Ottawa River Regulation Planning Board, the lower river reach water levels and flows are expected to peak sometime mid-week.  

Risks:

Continued spring runoff due to high temperatures and the forecasted precipitation are likely to increase water levels and cause nuisance flooding in low-lying areas.

South Nation Conservation has reached a major milestone, planting its three millionth tree since 1990 when it introduced a partnership program with private landowners and public organizations.

The milestone was celebrated May 5 at Camp Sheldrick, Township of North Dundas, with planting of a 1500-tree windbreak backed by more than 200 regional Scouts. A white pine was planted as the official three millionth three.

WATERSHED CONDITIONS: WATER SAFETY STATEMENT – OTTAWA RIVER

Weather Forecast

According to Environment and Climate Change Canada warm temperatures are expected over the coming weeks in the Ottawa River basin. 

Environmental Conditions:

According to the Ottawa River Regulation Planning Board, spring runoff in the northern and central portions of the Ottawa River basin is expected to continue to increase due to forecasted warm temperatures and recent precipitation.

Risks:

With the last little bit of snow gone, a winter’s worth of garbage accumulation is now revealed, just in time for the 9^th Annual Cache-In-Trash-Out (SNCITO) event hosted by South Nation Conservation (SNC) and the Geocachers of Eastern Ontario.

This year’s rain or shine event will be held on Saturday, April 28^th beginning at 9:00 am. Participants are asked to meet at the Clarence Creek Arena to register and are reminded to dress according to the weather with good working clothes, footwear and gloves. Garbage bags and other supplies will be provided.

J. Henry Tweed Conservation Area, on Forced Road in Russell, is the perfect spot to reconnect with nature!

Filled with mature maples and elms, this 16-acre urban green space provides excellent habitat for wildlife and is open year-round for activities from hiking and snowshoeing to geocaching. The park also links Russell’s New York Central Fitness Trail, a converted railway perfect for cycling and rollerblading.

This statement is an update to the Water Safety Statement issued on April 11, 2018.

Weather Forecast: A significant weather system carrying a mix of snow, rain, and freezing rain is forecasted to cross Ontario. More than 25 mm of rainfall is expected over this weekend and into next week.

Environmental Conditions: Water levels across South Nation Conservation’s (SNC) jurisdiction are rising due to the recent rainfall. Local rain gauges have recorded 5-12 mm of rainfall since Wednesday, April 11, 2018.

Weather Forecast: Environment and Climate Change Canada is forecasting 15-25 mm of rain starting later this evening through Friday, April 13.

Environmental Conditions: Water levels are slightly above normal across the jurisdiction.

Risks: The forecasted weather is likely to produce high water levels and possible nuisance flooding in low-lying areas across the jurisdiction.

Weather Forecast:

Environment and Climate Change Canada is forecasting 10-20 mm of freezing rain later this evening. The freezing rain may continue for several hours into Wednesday morning before turning into rain.

Environmental Conditions:

Water levels are slightly above normal across the jurisdiction, but are currently receding to normal levels.

Risks:

The forecasted weather is likely to produce high water levels and possible nuisance flooding in low-lying areas across the jurisdiction.

Join South Nation Conservation (SNC) on April 7 and 8 to discover the world of sweet Ontario maple syrup during Maple Weekend, organized by the Ontario Maple Syrup Producer’s Association.

Ontario maple syrup farms are known for producing some of the highest quality syrup in the world. During Maple Weekend, local producers will be offering a range of activities including fresh syrup sampling, pancake breakfasts, sugarbush trails, sugar-making demonstrations, taffy on snow, horse-drawn sleigh rides and more!

South Nation Conservation (SNC) recently produced their State of the Nation Watershed Report Card providing assessments on forest cover, wetland cover and water resources in the area.