There has been a rainfall warning issued by Environment Canada. Rainfall totals of 50 to 60 mm are being predicted from this evening until Thursday morning.
Potential thunderstorms could drop more in some areas.
Local watercourses will rise and some could reach bank full conditions or spill their banks.
LTVCA may need to operate the McGregor Creek Diversion Channel.
The amount of rain is significant for this time of year. It is expected to cause ponding and localized flooding in areas with poor drainage.
Local ditches, creeks and streams should be expected to rise throughout the day tomorrow.
The rain forecast could have a greater impact in shoreline areas. Due to the high lake levels, rainwater is not draining property from these areas. In addition, any water from upstream making it’s way downstream on local watercourses into these shoreline areas could further impact these areas.
In order to reduce nuisance flooding, residents should ensure that catch basins and other drainage areas are clear of debris.
People should take extra caution and avoid the river, ditches and streams. The combination of slipper banks and fast moving water can be dangerous.
Standing water can also present unseen hazards. Children and animals should be kept away from the water.
