Halton residents warned to steer clear of waterways this weekend
Published January 24, 2020 at 9:04 pm
Conservation Halton is warning residents that the wet weekend weather will increase water levels in the coming days and residents should steer clear of rivers, streams and ice-covered waters.
Conservation Halton is warning residents that the wet weekend weather will increase water levels in the coming days and residents should steer clear of rivers, streams and ice-covered waters.
In a statement sent Friday (Jan. 24) afternoon, Conservation Halton points out that current forecasts suggest the region can expect up to 15 to 25 mm of rain overnight Friday within an additional 5 cm of snow possible Saturday.
The forecasted precipitation in addition to melting snow may result in increased water levels and flows within our rivers and streams which will continue over the next few days,” the statement says.
“The combination of slippery and unstable banks, unsafe ice and cold water temperatures will create hazardous conditions close to any river, stream or other water bodies.”
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They say that they do not anticipate widespread flooding but fast-flowing water and flooding of low-lying areas and floodplains could happen.
“Conservation Halton is asking all residents and children to stay off ice-covered bodies of water and keep a safe distance from all watercourses and structures such as bridges, culverts and dams,” they warn in the statement.
“Elevated water levels, fast-flowing water, and slippery conditions along stream banks continue to make these locations extremely dangerous. Please alert children in your care of these imminent dangers.”
Conservation Halton says they will continue to monitor stream and weather conditions and will issue updates as needed.
This Watershed Condition Statement will be in effect through Sunday, January 26, 2020.
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