Flood Warning
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- McKeough Dam in Operation
- Flooding is happening in low lying areas of the watershed
- 5-10 mm of rain expected over the next 24 hours across the watershed
- Multiple roads are closed due to flooding
Due to the elevated water levels across the region flooding is happening in low lying areas of the watershed. Water levels continue to rise in the lower reaches of the watershed with water levels expected to peak overnight. Weather forecasts are calling for 5-10 mm of rain over the next 24 hours across the watershed. Due to risk of flooding in Wallaceburg, the McKeough Dam gates have been closed to divert floodwaters.
The following roads have been closed due to flooding:
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- Stanley Line between Kimball Road and Waubuno Road
- Plowing Match Road between Rokeby Line and Petrolia Line
- Black Ash Road between Durham Creek Line and Rokeby Line
- Gypsie Flats Road between Durham Creek Line and Rokeby Line
- Nelson Street between Wall Street and Trafalgar Street
- Nelson Street between McKee and Langstaff Line
- Otter Line in Wallaceburg
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Individuals are reminded to avoid watercourses and flooded areas due to dangerous conditions, slippery banks and cold, swift moving water. Children and pets should be kept away from the water.
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 Monday, January 29, 2024 unless otherwise updated.