Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Outlook
Posted: Jun 29, 2018
Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Outlook
Issued June 29, 2018 @ 3:30 pm
The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority would like to issue a Watershed
Conditions Statement in regard to anticipated watershed conditions.
The current rainfall predicted for the City of Sault Ste. Marie and Prince Township
may result in precipitation amounts up to 50 mm this afternoon and overnight.
In addition, a further 50 mm of precipitation may occur Saturday afternoon and into
Sunday. These storms may reach severe levels for wind speeds and possible hail.
Currently, local rivers, creeks and streams are at seasonal levels and we do not anticipate
flooding however, the intensity of the possible thunderstorms may have the capacity to
back up water in low lying areas and areas with poor drainage.
The flood control channels owned and maintained by the Sault Ste. Marie
Region Conservation Authority are currently flowing at seasonal levels. The flood control channels
will experience a rise in water levels. It is important to remember that the water in rivers,
streams and the channels could be fast flowing. The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority
will continue to closely monitor stream flows across the watershed.
The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority would like to extend a warning to
residents and visitors to use extreme caution when close to rivers, creeks and
streams. High water levels and flows can be especially dangerous and stream banks can
be slippery. Please keep children and pets away from fast flowing rivers and streams.
This statement is in effect until July 1, 2018.
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For further information: Rhonda Bateman SSMRCA
705-946-8530
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