The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority advises that Environment Canada and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) Surface Water Monitoring Centre (SWMC) are forecasting that the remnants of Hurricane Beryl will bring heavy rainfall throughout the Lake Simcoe watershed early Wednesday and continue into Thursday. The total rainfall amounts are forecast to be in excess of 50 mm. Although soil conditions are dry within the watershed, intense downpours may produce significant localized runoff.
While widespread flooding is not expected, the possibility for flooding in various low-lying areas of the watershed exists. Watercourses will be flowing higher than normal causing local streams and rivers to become dangerous, especially in the vicinity of culverts and bridges. Children should be warned to stay away from all watercourses.
This watershed conditions statement will be in effect through Saturday, July 13, 2024.
For further information, contact duty officer Bhavika Patel at 905-895-1281.