Water Safety Alert

MNRF and CVCA are giving early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high winds or other conditions.

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry – Bracebridge Minden Parry Sound District is advising area residents and visitors that a Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook is in effect in the district until Friday, April 10, 2026.

The Crowe Valley Conservation Authority has issued a Flood Watch effective immediately that will be updated on Thursday, April 9, 2026 or as conditions warrant.

No ice is safe ice

MNR advises residents to exercise extreme caution concerning ice conditions. No ice is safe ice. Anyone planning to venture onto the ice should check the ice conditions often, plan ahead, and be prepared for an emergency.

Higher than normal flow conditions

Higher than normal flow conditions are occurring throughout the area due to recent rainfall and snowmelt. Slippery stream banks and fast flowing, cold water will create hazardous conditions around all water bodies. Residents are reminded to keep a close watch on weather conditions, regularly check for updated messages, exercise caution near fast-moving rivers and streams and maintain close supervision of children and pets.

Exercise caution

Residents that have been affected by high water and flow conditions in the past should continue take necessary action to protect/secure any vulnerable property in proximity to rivers and lakes and closely monitor developing conditions.

Lower-lying portions of known flood-prone areas may be impacted to various degrees as runoff from rainfall and melting snow enter watercourses.

Description of weather system

The 7-day forecast is predicting daytime highs of 13°C to -2°C and overnight lows are forecasted between 3°C and -8°C with up to 3 cm of snowfall and 50 mm of rainfall. Yellow Rainfall Warnings have been issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada for portions of the district.

Description of current conditions

River flows in many areas of the district are at elevated levels. Lake levels in most areas are beginning to increase, and precipitation and warm temperatures are forecasted. Snow conditions across the watershed are near normal for this time of year.