Flood warnings lifted for southern Grand River watershed
Posted Jan 12, 2018 10:02:09 AM.
Last Updated Jan 17, 2018 04:36:02 PM.
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This week’s wet and snowy weather prompted the Grand River Conservation Authority to extend a local flood warning.
The GRCA says levels in some rivers and streams are still very high, as heavy rainfall triggered runoff across the watershed.
A flood warning has now been lifted though for Ayr and New Hamburg – but water levels are still much higher than normal for this time of year.
The GRCA is reminding us that ice jams can lead to a sudden increase in river levels, which also poses a safety risk for anyone out near waterways.
They say we need to exercise extreme caution around all bodies of water, and keep kids and pets at a safe distance.
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