Conservation Sudbury is issuing a watershed conditions statement – water safety for all parts of the Greater Sudbury watersheds effective 2 p.m. today.
This statement will remain in effect until another update is provided. Conservation Sudbury remains in direct contact with the City of Greater Sudbury and all other partners as required.
The current Environment Canada forecast for the rest of the week and into early next week indicates warmer temperatures during the day and cooler at night with no significant precipitation in sight.
The northern portions of the watersheds still have some snow on the ground with significant water content.
Water levels and flows on all watercourses are expected to rise through the weekend and well into next week due to warmer temperatures.
Runoff from the snow melt will result in higher and faster-flowing water in most watercourses. The developing conditions should be closely monitored by all residents especially those living in known low-lying, hazard areas where overland flooding could become an issue.
Residents in the City of Greater Sudbury who may experience problems due to overland runoff or flooding should call 3-1-1. The service operates 24 hours a day.
"Public safety is absolutely the number one priority, especially for children who may be attracted to the edge of creeks or rivers. The cold, fast flowing water must be avoided," said a news release from Conservation Sudbury.
"Stream banks will be very slippery and unsafe, and must be avoided. Open water areas along the edges of ice-covered lakes will continue to widen and these must also be avoided."
Conservation Sudbury staff will continue to monitor water levels and updates will be provided as required.
For more information visit conservationsudbury.ca
