Thursday 15 May 2014

Water Safety

WATER SAFETY
WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

Weather Conditions:
Toronto and Region Conservation advises that Environment Canada is forecasting 15-30 mm of rainfall for the Greater Toronto Area. The rain will into Friday morning. With this weather system, there is a possibility of thundershowers which may result in 30-50 mm of rain in localized areas. 

Issues:
While significant flooding is not expected at this time, the forecasted rainfall will cause high flows and water levels in Greater Toronto Area creeks and rivers, resulting in unsafe conditions.

Actions: 
Please exercise caution around all bodies of water.  Please alert any children under your care of these dangerous conditions and supervise their activities. 

This Water Safety Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Friday, May 16, 2014.  


Flood Forecasting and Warning Program
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority | 5 Shoreham Drive | Toronto | Ontario | Canada | M3N 1S4
24 Hour Floodline 416.661.6514