WATERSHED CONDITIONS: FLOOD WATCH
This statement is an update to the Flood Watch Statement issued April 6th, 2023.
Weather Forecast: No additional precipitation is forecasted in the next 3 days and temperatures are forecasted to remain high, with overnight temperatures above zero.
Environmental Conditions: Water levels and flows are highacross the jurisdiction due to significant precipitation received last week, combined with snow and ice melt associated with the spring freshet.
Water levels and flows are beginning to decline in many areas but remain high in the Bear Brook Watershed in the City of Ottawa and United Counties of Prescott and Russell. Widespread tree damage due to ice accumulation could result in an increase in debris blocking culverts and drains.
Risks: Rivers and streams across the jurisdiction are experiencing high water levels, fast flowing water and slippery or unstable banks. Roads, driveways, and properties in flood-prone areas could be impacted.
ACTION: Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution when near rivers and
waterbodies due to increasing river flows and slippery conditions. 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 19, 2023 at 5 PM or until an update has been issued.
SNC monitors the water levels and weather forecasts as part of the Flood Forecasting and Warning Program. Updates are provided as conditions change.
Please visit www.nation.on.ca for more information. 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).
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Kat Watson, Water Resources Specialist – Monitoring,
1-877-984-2948, kwatson@nation.on.ca.
Forwarded to: All Flood Forecasting and Warning Directory