This Watershed Conditions Statement has ended
The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority advises a series of low-pressure systems will continue to bring rainfall to the region over the next couple of days. Local watercourses are still experiencing higher than normal water levels and flows after receiving up to 40mm of rain over the past three days.
Flood Potential: Low
Issued: April 15, 2026 at 9:30 a.m.
Up to 10mm of additional rainfall is expected today, April 15th, with another 15mm possible tomorrow. A short break in the wet weather is expected on Friday, April 17th, before the next system moves in over the weekend.
Streamflows are currently rising with runoff from the rainfall received this morning. With saturated soil conditions there is very little capacity to absorb any additional rainfall, which will result in a more rapid response causing water levels and flows to rise following any rain that falls today.
While no flooding is currently anticipated, higher than normal water levels and flows will occur in local streams, ponds and ditches over the next several days. In addition, slippery stream banks and fast flowing, cold water will create hazardous conditions around water bodies, especially in the vicinity of culverts and bridges. Please exercise caution around all water bodies and alert any children in your care of these hazards.
This Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect until Sunday, April 19th, 2026, at 12 p.m. Conservation Authority staff will continue to monitor watershed conditions and provide updates as necessary.
Note: A Watershed Condition Statement for Water Safety is issued as notice of the potential for high flows, unsafe banks, melting ice or other factors that could be dangerous for recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, children, pets, etc. Flooding is not expected.
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Should you have any questions or wish to report flooding, please contact the following GRCA staff (listed below) at 905.885.8173.
Mike Smith
Flood Operations Officer
Cory Harris, P.Eng.
Flood Forecasting & Warning Supervisor