Logo of the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority. Credit: UTRCA (Source: thamesriver.on.ca)
The Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA) urges caution around waterways and flooded areas to Londoners due to this weeks rain and warmer temperatures.
URTCA staff conducted a snow survey on Monday which reported 15 – 20 millimeters of water content in the snow for the London area. In addition there will be 20-25 millimeters of light rainfall starting Thursday leading into the weekend.
Water levels are expected to rise in rivers, streams and ditches with the warm temperatures effecting the snow. The URTCA expects most of the melting to happen on Friday and Saturday with double digit temperatures.
While the UTRCA does not expect serious flooding beyond low lying areas that traditionally flood, there will be close monitoring of water levels for any changes.
The conservation authority reminds the public to use extreme caution near streams, rivers, ditches and ponds as they may be slippery and any water may potentially be very cold and fast moving.
The URTCA says to stay out of any flooded areas and do not drive through flooded roadways.
UTRCA officials are monitoring the flood alert situation and will report on any changing conditions if necessary.
