Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety – July 17, 2024

From the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority

A Water Safety Statement is to provide notice of 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.

Watershed Conditions: Flows and levels are significantly higher than normal for this time of year across the MVCA jurisdiction due to the continued rain events in June/July.

Risks:  Watershed dams are being operated to manage the increased flows. These areas are extremely dangerous for recreational users of the river system. Higher than normal levels are expected to persist over the next two weeks as excess water moves downstream through the system. Any additional rainfall will prolong these circumstances.

Actions: Residents and visitors are advised to stay well clear of any dam while swimming, boating or fishing to avoid being caught in strong currents and pulled into the dam. Parents are encouraged to remind children about these dangers and provide appropriate supervision.

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