The St. Clair Region Conservation Authority (SCRCA) issued an updated flood watch on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.
SCRCA officials say 25-35 mm of rain was received since yesterday, water levels are anticipated to react more quickly with increased runoff, saturated soils, ponding, and flooding is being seen in floodplain areas and several roads continue to be impacted by flooding.
“Over the last few days, the SCRCA watershed has received more than 80 mm of rain and this has caused water levels to be very high,” SCRCA officials say.
“Localized flooding is occurring at low lying areas, mostly in floodplain, agricultural and parkland areas.”
The following roads are closed due to flooding:
– Stanley Line between Kimball and Waubuno Road
– Waubuno Road between Bickford Line and Oil Springs Line
– Pretty Road north of McCallum Line
– Waterworks Road north of Courtright Line
– Telfer Road between Courtright Line and Moore Line
Staff are monitoring the following roads in Wallaceburg that could be impacted due to flooding:
– Emily Street at Elizabeth
– Nelson Street between Wall Street and Trafalgar
– Nelson Street between McKee Road and Langstaff Line
– Otter Line along Otter Creek
“Individuals are reminded to avoid watercourses and flooded areas due to dangerous conditions, slippery banks and cold, swift moving water,” SCRCA officials say.
“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 Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at 12pm unless otherwise updated.
