Shoreline Conditions Statement: Flood Outlook For Rice Lake
The Flood Watch issued on April 17th is now downgraded and replaced by a Shoreline Conditions Statement and will be in effect until May 2nd, 2025. The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority advises that water levels within the Trent River watershed have receded significantly and the threat of flooding along the Rice Lake shoreline has passed. While this is good news, water levels may still fluctuate as Parks Canada adjusts dams in response to recent rain events.
Spring Safety Statement: Stay Clear of Creeks, Ponds & Lakes
With the arrival of spring weather, unsafe ice conditions and slippery stream banks already exist. Mild air temperatures and high flows from spring rains will continue to weaken any remaining ice cover. These hazardous conditions can cause life-threatening injury if a person falls into the extremely cold water.
Winter Safety Statement: Exercise Caution Near All Waterways
Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) reminds residents of dangers that can exist around waterways during winter runoff conditions and that individuals should exercise caution and keep family and pets at a safe distance from the water’s edge. Flood Potential: Low With an El-Nino event occasionally interrupted by a polar vortex, we can expect to experience…