With a rainy start to March Break expected, the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA) is urging parents to keep children and pets away from waterways.
A special weather statement issued for the Stratford area is calling for 20-40 mm of rain starting Friday evening and continuing through Saturday.
The conservation authority says that’s likely to cause water levels to rise in local streams and rivers. In addition, minor flooding could occur in low-lying areas.
“Water levels will remain above normal until early next week, but significant flooding is not expected,” it said.
“The UTRCA reminds everyone that banks next to rivers and creeks are very slippery and, when combined with cold, fast-moving water, pose a serious hazard. Standing water can also present dangers. Do not attempt to drive through flooded roadways.”
The UTRCA will operate its flood control reservoirs at Fanshawe, Wildwood and Pittock Conservation Areas to help reduce downstream flooding.
