Conservation authority issues Water Safety Statement for Cornwall and Area
On March 8, 2024, the Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) issued the following Water Safety Statement for the RRCA jurisdiction (including the City of Cornwall).
The current short-term weather forecast indicates that a low-pressure system will bring widespread rain across southern Ontario this weekend. At this point, there is still uncertainty regarding rainfall amounts, however, total rainfall amounts of 20 to 40 mm with higher amounts possible are forecasted.
The forecasted rainfall is expected to rapidly increase water levels and flows in local watercourses, potentially causing nuisance flooding in low-lying areas. Please be aware that high-water flows and slippery conditions around water could be dangerous. Caution should be exercised near water bodies.
This statement is in effect until Friday, March 15, 2024. The RRCA will continue monitoring water levels and weather forecasts as part of the Flood Forecasting and Warning program. Updates will be provided as conditions change.
For more information: Phil Barnes, Team Lead, Watershed Management, 613-938-3611 ext. 240, phil.barnes@rrca.on.ca
Media contact: Vincent Pilon, Communications Specialist, 613-938-3611 ext. 229, vincent.pilon@rrca.on.ca
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