MVCA Issues Flood Warning

From the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority

A Flood Warning Statement indicates that flooding is imminent or already occurring in specific watercourses or municipalities. Municipalities and individuals should act to deal with flood conditions. This may include road closures and evacuations.  

This Flood Warning is an update to the Flood Watch issued on April 2, 2025.

Watershed conditions: Water levels and flows are elevated across the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) jurisdiction. The combination of snowmelt from warmer temperatures and recent rainfall has led to a significant rise in water levels and flows across local water bodies.

Risks: Rivers and streams are experiencing elevated water levels, fast-moving water and slippery or unstable banks. Flows on the Clyde River continue to rise steadily and are expected to culminate within the next two days, though they will remain high throughout this period.

Lake levels continue to rise as the remaining snowmelt enters the watershed. With little rainfall expected in the forecast, levels are anticipated to stabilize once runoff rates subside over the upcoming days.

Flows within the Indian and Carp Rivers appear to have peaked and are expected to continue to trend downward.

Actions: Residents are reminded to stay off all water bodies due to high flows and slippery conditions. Parents are encouraged to remind children about these dangers and provide appropriate supervision.

Residents in flood prone areas are advised to maintain close watch on water levels and flows and take the necessary precautions to protect their property by:

• Ensuring sump pumps are clear, in good working condition and have a backwater valve.
• Having a portable generator and backup pump available.
• Ensuring downspouts are clear and the outlet is at least 3 metres from any structure.
• Removing or securing items that might float away if flows increase.
• Keeping emergency phone numbers handy.
• Familiarizing yourself with your municipality’s emergency preparedness plan.

Duration: This message is in effect until 12 pm, April 11, 2025 or until an update has been issued.

For more information: Daily water levels and flows are available on the MVCA website at www.mvc.on.ca/water-levels.