KAWARTHA LAKES-As a result of the heavy rainfall on Saturday, Kawartha Conservation issued a Flood Outlook for it’s watershed.
Officials say water levels in local watercourses are low at this time. However, intense rainfall as forecast can result in localized flooding of low-lying areas, areas with poor drainage and in urban settings. As a result, local streams and rivers will become dangerous, especially in the vicinity of culverts and bridges. Children should be warned to stay away from all watercourses.
There was some scattered flooding in the Kawarthas on Saturday as a result of the rain. More precipitation is predicted today and Monday.
Kawartha Conservation will continue monitoring local watercourses and notify the public and municipalities within its watershed jurisdiction of any changes. If you are aware of or have concerns about flooding, please contact Kawartha Conservation at 705-344-0155.
This Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Outlook will be in effect through Sunday, July 12, 2020.
