Highlights:
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- Water levels continue to rise in the mid- to lower-reaches of the Sydenham River
- Levels are anticipated to peak later tonight into tomorrow afternoon
- Confirmed road closures
Water levels in the upper reaches of the Sydenham River near Strathroy, Alvinston and Petrolia have begun to fall; levels continue to rise near Brigden, Florence and Dresden and are anticipated to peak late this evening into Saturday.
The following roads are closed due to flooding:
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- Fairweather Road between Aberfeldy Line and Oil Springs Line (Township of Enniskillen)
- Pretty Road between Stanley Line and McCallum Line (St. Clair Township)
- Waterworks Road between Courtright Line and Moore Line (St. Clair Township)
The Conservation Authority continues to monitor watershed conditions and will issue advisories to municipalities and media should flood issues arise.
Municipal emergency response staff and road superintendents should monitor local conditions closely.
This message will remain in effect until Sunday, September 26, 2021, unless otherwise updated.