FLOOD OUTLOOK

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              April 9, 2013

time:               1:00 pm         

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media  

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that Environment Canada is forecasting rain showers for the Greater Toronto Area for the next few days. Rainfall amounts of approximately 10 mm to 20 mm are predicted for today, 10 mm to 20 mm for tomorrow and approximately 20 mm for Thursday. Higher amounts may occur in localized areas. The forecasted rainfall will result in higher flows and water levels in all our rivers and streams, creating dangerous conditions. There is a potential for localized flooding of streets and underpasses. Drivers should exercise caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses. Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities. This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Saturday, April 13, 2013.  For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officers at 416.661.6514.   Flood Duty Officers                          Chief Flood Duty Officer Maggie Liu & Dilnesaw Chekol                    Ryan Ness 416-661-6514  416-661-6600 ext.5697

 Note: A Flood Outlook Watershed Conditions Statement is an early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority advises that increased temperatures over the next three days will result in a melting of the accumulated snow pack. Additionally Environment Canada is forecasting rain starting on Sunday evening, with the potential for rain to continue through until Monday.

As a result, the water levels and flows in all our rivers and streams will be higher than normal, creating dangerous conditions. Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities. Also, low lying areas may experience localized flooding.

Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses.

This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Monday, March 11^th, 2013. For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.

Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer

Shahzad Khan                                    Laurian Farrell

416-661-6514 

416-661-6600 ext.5697

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority advises that increased temperatures over the next three days will result in a melting of the accumulated snow pack. Additionally Environment Canada is forecasting rain starting on Sunday evening, with the potential for rain to continue through until Monday.

As a result, the water levels and flows in all our rivers and streams will be higher than normal, creating dangerous conditions. Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities. Also, low lying areas may experience localized flooding.

Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses.

This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Monday, March 11^th, 2013. For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.

Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer

Shahzad Khan                                    Laurian Farrell

416-661-6514 

416-661-6600 ext.5697

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority advises that increased temperatures over the next three days will result in a melting of the accumulated snow pack. Additionally Environment Canada is forecasting rain starting on Sunday evening, with the potential for rain to continue through until Monday.

As a result, the water levels and flows in all our rivers and streams will be higher than normal, creating dangerous conditions. Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities. Also, low lying areas may experience localized flooding.

Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses.

This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Monday, March 11^th, 2013. For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.

Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer

Shahzad Khan                                    Laurian Farrell

416-661-6514 

416-661-6600 ext.5697

WATER SAFETY

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              January 29, 2013

time:               10:00 am

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that periods of rain over the Greater Toronto Area are expected throughout today and into tomorrow, and there is the potential for a thunderstorm to occur later today and tonight.

Currently forecasted rainfall amounts are in the range of 10 to 15 mm, with locally higher amounts possible in areas affected by a thunderstorm. Forecasted rainfall amounts coupled with warmer temperatures and melting snow will result in higher than normal water levels in rivers and streams over the next two days.

During and after any rainfall event, rivers should be considered dangerous. Areas near rivers and streams covered by melting snow should be avoided, or treated with caution. Please exercise caution around all bodies of water, alert any children under your care of these dangers, and supervise their activities.

This Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Thursday, January 31st, 2013.  For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer.

Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer

Michael Heralall                                  Ryan Ness

416-661-6514 

WATER SAFETY

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              January 29, 2013

time:               10:00 am

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

 Toronto and Region Conservation advises that periods of rain over the Greater Toronto Area are expected throughout today and into tomorrow, and there is the potential for a thunderstorm to occur later today and tonight.

Currently forecasted rainfall amounts are in the range of 10 to 15 mm, with locally higher amounts possible in areas affected by a thunderstorm. Forecasted rainfall amounts coupled with warmer temperatures and melting snow will result in higher than normal water levels in rivers and streams over the next two days.

During and after any rainfall event, rivers should be considered dangerous. Areas near rivers and streams covered by melting snow should be avoided, or treated with caution. Please exercise caution around all bodies of water, alert any children under your care of these dangers, and supervise their activities.

This Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Thursday, January 31st, 2013.  For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer.

Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer

Michael Heralall                                  Ryan Ness

416-661-6514 

WATER SAFETY

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              January 29, 2013

time:               10:00 am

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

 Toronto and Region Conservation advises that periods of rain over the Greater Toronto Area are expected throughout today and into tomorrow, and there is the potential for a thunderstorm to occur later today and tonight.

Currently forecasted rainfall amounts are in the range of 10 to 15 mm, with locally higher amounts possible in areas affected by a thunderstorm. Forecasted rainfall amounts coupled with warmer temperatures and melting snow will result in higher than normal water levels in rivers and streams over the next two days.

During and after any rainfall event, rivers should be considered dangerous. Areas near rivers and streams covered by melting snow should be avoided, or treated with caution. Please exercise caution around all bodies of water, alert any children under your care of these dangers, and supervise their activities.

This Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Thursday, January 31st, 2013.  For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer.

Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer

Michael Heralall                                  Ryan Ness

416-661-6514 

416.661.6600 ext. 5697                                              

FLOOD OUTLOOK

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              January 13, 2012

time:               9:00 am         

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

 Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) advises that the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) has received about 40mm of rain. Light showers are continuing and are expected to end early this afternoon.

As a result, the water levels and flows in all our rivers and streams will be higher than normal, creating dangerous conditions. Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities. Also, low lying areas may experience localized flooding. Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses.

This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Sunday, September 9, 2012. For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.

Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer

Dana Khademi                                    Michael Heralall

416-661-6514 

416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Flood Outlook Watershed Conditions Statement is an early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.

WATER SAFETY
WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

DATE: OCTOBER 30, 2012

TIME: 8:30PM

ISSUED TO: SCHOOL BOARDS, MUNICIPALITIES, LOCAL CONSERVATION AUTHORITIES, LOCAL POLICE, EMERGENCY SERVICES AND MEDIA

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that the threat of flooding in our jurisdiction due to the remnants of Hurricane Sandy is over. The latest forecast from Environment Canada is calling for light rain off and on until Thursday.

Given the steady rainfall that is expected, water levels and flow within the watercourses will remain higher than normal, and are expected to continue to be elevated throughout the week. Please exercise caution around all bodies of water, alert any children under your care of these dangers, and supervise their activities. After any rainfall event, rivers should be considered dangerous.

This Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Friday November 2nd, 2012. For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer.

Flood Duty Officer                  Chief Flood Duty Officer
Rob Grech                             Laurian Farrell
416-661-6514
416.661.6600 ext. 5697

UPDATE TO FLOOD WATCH

date: Tuesday October 30, 2012

time: 8:00am

issued to: school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that a Flood Watch will remain in effect until the end of the day. Additional rainfall due to the remnants of Hurricane Sandy is expected today; as ground conditions are already saturated there is a potential for flooding. Please note that the threat of flooding at this time is minimal, as predicted rainfall amounts are only within the 5-10mm range. However, should the actual rainfall amounts be higher than expected, watershed conditions are such that flooding could occur.

Water levels and flow within the watercourses remain higher than normal today. Please exercise caution around all bodies of water, alert any children under your care of these dangers, and supervise their activities. After any rainfall event, rivers should be considered dangerous. Also, please avoid unnecessary risks by avoiding drive through water on roadways.

TRCA will continue to monitor watershed conditions and will update this Flood Watch message by 8pm on Tuesday October 30, 2012.

For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer.

Flood Duty Officer Chief Flood Duty Officer
Rob Grech Laurian Farrell
416-661-6514
416.661.6600 ext. 5697

Note: A Flood Watch is a notice that flooding is possible in specific watercourses or municipalities (due to stream conditions and expected weather). Municipalities, emergency services and individual landowners in flood-prone areas should prepare.

FLOOD WATCH

DATE: MONDAY OCTOBER 29, 2012
TIME: 12:15PM
ISSUED TO: SCHOOL BOARDS, MUNICIPALITIES, LOCAL CONSERVATION AUTHORITIES,
LOCAL POLICE, EMERGENCY SERVICES AND MEDIA

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that remnant precipitation from Hurricane Sandy is expected to reach the GTA this evening and continue over the next several days. Due to the 30+mm of rainfall that fell over the past weekend, ground conditions are already saturated, meaning that new rainfall will result in more runoff to the rivers than would occur during drier soil conditions. Environment Canada is forecasting another 30mm of rainfall before noon tomorrow, with the majority of rainfall expected between midnight and 6am. Early morning commuters should expect wet conditions along with potential flooding of underpasses and other low lying areas throughout TRCA's jurisdiction.

Additionally, water levels in creeks and rivers are already elevated, and are expected to continue to rise. Please exercise caution around all bodies of water and alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities. After any rainfall event, rivers should be considered dangerous. High winds are also associated with this severe weather event. While this may create high waves of visual interest on Lake Ontario please stay well back from
shorelines, particularly near the Scarborough Bluffs, as conditions will be extremely dangerous.

TRCA will continue to monitor conditions in all of our rivers and streams and update this message should conditions change. This Flood Watch will be in effect through Wednesday October 31, 2012. For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer.

Flood Duty Officer Chief Flood Duty Officer
Rob Grech, P. Eng Laurian Farrell, P. Eng
416-661-6514
416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Flood Watch is a notice that flooding is possible in specific watercourses or municipalities
(due to stream conditions and expected weather). Municipalities, emergency services and individual
landowners in flood-prone areas should prepare.

FLOOD OUTLOOK

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              October 27, 2012 

time:               9:45 am           

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media  

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that Environment Canada is forecasting significant rainfall for the Greater Toronto Area. Rainfall amounts of approximately 15 mm to 25 mm are predicted for today, 15 mm to 20 mm for tomorrow and an additional 10 mm to 50 mm for Monday. 

The forecasted rainfall will result in higher flows and water levels in all our rivers and streams, creating dangerous conditions. Please be aware of unsafe conditions, and exercise caution in areas near streams and rivers. Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses. 

Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities.

This Flood Outlook Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Tuesday, October 30, 2012.  For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer.

Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer

Maggie Liu                                          Ryan Ness

416-661-6514 

416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Flood Outlook Watershed Conditions Statement is an early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.

WATER SAFETY

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that Environment Canada is forecasting a weather system that may bring 15 mm to 20 mm of rainfall amounts to the Greater Toronto Area today. The rain started overnight and will continue throughout the day.

All rivers and streams within the Toronto area should be considered dangerous as this rainfall may result in higher than normal flows and water levels. Please exercise caution around all bodies of water. Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities.

This Water Safety Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Wednesday, October 24, 2012. For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer.

Flood Duty Officer         Chief Flood Duty Officer

Maggie Liu                       Ryan Ness

416-661-6514

416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Water Safety Watershed Conditions Statement may be issued when there are high flows, unsafe banks, melting ice or other factors could be dangerous for recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, children, pets, etc. Flooding is not expected.

WATER SAFETY

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

 date:              September 18, 2012

 time:               7:00 am         

 issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that Environment Canada is forecasting 10mm-20mm of rain with the system over the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) today. Rainfall could be heavy at times and there is a chance of thunderstorms that could bring higher rainfall amounts in localized areas. This system currently over the GTA should end by mid-afternoon today. All rivers and streams within the GTA should be considered dangerous as this rainfall will result in higher flows and water levels. Please exercise caution around all bodies of water. Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities.  This Water Safety - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Wednesday September 19, 2012. For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer.                Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer Dana Khademi                                    Laurian Farrell 416-661-6514  416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Water Safety - Watershed Conditions Statement may be issued when there are high flows, unsafe banks, melting ice or other factors could be dangerous for recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, children, pets, etc. Flooding is not expected.

FLOOD OUTLOOK

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              September 8, 2012

time:               11:00 am       

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) advises that the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) has received about 40mm of rain. Light showers are continuing and are expected to end early this afternoon. As a result, the water levels and flows in all our rivers and streams will be higher than normal, creating dangerous conditions. Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities. Also, low lying areas may experience localized flooding. Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses. This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Sunday, September 9, 2012. For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.             Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer Dana Khademi                                    Michael Heralall 416-661-6514  416-661-6600 ext.5697

 Note: A Flood Outlook Watershed Conditions Statement is an early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.

 FLOOD OUTLOOK

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

 date:              September 4, 2012

 time:               12:30 pm       

 issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) advises that the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) has received up to 40mm of rain with the thunderstorm activity this morning. Environment Canada is forecasting more thunderstorms throughout the day and may bring an additional 10-40mm of rain throughout the GTA. Therefore, the water levels and flows in all our rivers and streams will be higher than normal, creating dangerous conditions. Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities. Although the location and intensity of heavy downpours remain uncertain, areas affected may experience localized flooding. Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses. This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Wednesday, September 5, 2012. For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.                Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer Dana Khademi                                    Michael Heralall 416-661-6514  416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Flood Outlook Watershed Conditions Statement is an early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.

 FLOOD WARNING 

date:              Tuesday, September 4, 2012

time:               3:30pm          

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) advises that Environment Canada is forecasting additional rainfall of 20-30mm. This forecasted rainfall in combination with the 30-80mm of rain that has already fallen over the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) will result in flooding conditions within the low lying areas of TRCA watersheds. In particular, the Bayview Extension by the Brick Works and low lying areas adjacent to the lower section of the Don Valley Parkway are or will be flooded. The water levels and flow in TRCA's other watersheds are higher than normal resulting in dangerous conditions. Please exercise caution around all bodies of water. Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities. Also, drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses if they are flooded. The TRCA will continue to closely monitor this weather system and will issue an update or cancellation to this Flood Warning by 12 midnight on Tuesday, September 4, 2012. For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer.           Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer Dana Khademi                                    Micheal Heralall 416-661-6514  416.661.6600 ext. 5697

 Note: A Flood Warning is a notice that flooding which could be damaging to human lives or property is imminent or occurring in specific watercourses or municipalities.

 FLOOD OUTLOOK

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              September 4, 2012

time:               12:30 pm       

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) advises that the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) has received up to 40mm of rain with the thunderstorm activity this morning. Environment Canada is forecasting more thunderstorms throughout the day and may bring an additional 10-40mm of rain throughout the GTA. Therefore, the water levels and flows in all our rivers and streams will be higher than normal, creating dangerous conditions. Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities. Although the location and intensity of heavy downpours remain uncertain, areas affected may experience localized flooding. Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses. This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Wednesday, September 5, 2012. For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.                        Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer Dana Khademi                                    Michael Heralall 416-661-6514  416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Flood Outlook Watershed Conditions Statement is an early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.

FLOOD OUTLOOK

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              August 27, 2012

time:               10:30 pm       

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that evening thunderstorm activity within the Greater Toronto Area has resulted in excess of 30mm of rainfall in parts of the Don River watershed. As a result, water levels within the Don River are very high and should be considered dangerous.  Additional weather systems developing to the west of the City are not expected to produce significant rainfall amounts in the GTA overnight, however the Conservation Authority will continue to monitor the weather and water levels.   Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses.     This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Tuesday, August 28, 2012.  For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.                             Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer Jairo Morelli                                         Laurian Farrell 416-661-6514  416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Flood Outlook Watershed Conditions Statement is an early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.

FLOOD OUTLOOK

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              August 9, 2012

time:               3:00 pm         

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that Environment Canada is forecasting showers with a risk of thunderstorms for the Greater Toronto Area. Rainfall amounts of approximately 5 mm to 10 mm are predicted for today, 10 mm to 20 mm for tomorrow and an additional 5 mm to 10 mm for Saturday. Higher amounts may occur in localized areas as a result of thunderstorm activity.

The forecasted rainfall will result in higher flows and water levels in all our rivers and streams, creating dangerous conditions. Although the location and intensity of heavy downpours remain uncertain, areas affected may experience localized flooding. Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses.

Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities.

This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Sunday, August 12, 2012.  For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.

Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer

Maggie Liu                                            Laurian Farrell

416-661-6514 

416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Flood Outlook Watershed Conditions Statement is an early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.

FLOOD WATCH

date:              August 10, 2012

time:               10:30 Am       

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that Environment Canada is forecasting the potential for thunderstorms and rain showers for the Greater Toronto Area. The downtown Toronto area has already recorded approximately 24 mm of rain due to the precipitation that fell over the past 24 hours. Additional rainfall amounts of 15 mm to 30 mm, with the potential of 30 mm to 50 mm, are predicted for today.

Please be advised that rivers and streams are currently running at high levels and should be considered dangerous. Flooding of low-lying areas is anticipated throughout the day. Also, the forecasted rainfall amounts may create street flooding and sewer surcharging. 

Please exercise caution when driving and avoid low-lying roadways and underpasses.                                               

The TRCA will continue to closely monitor weather conditions and will issue an update or cancellation to this Flood Watch by 10:00 AM on Saturday, August 11, 2012.

For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.                    

Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer

Maggie Liu                                            Laurian Farrell

416-661-6514 

416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Flood Watch is a notice that flooding is possible in specific watercourses or municipalities (due to stream conditions and expected weather). Municipalities, emergency services and individual landowners in flood-prone areas should prepare.

FLOOD OUTLOOK

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              August 9, 2012

time:               3:00 pm         

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that Environment Canada is forecasting showers with a risk of thunderstorms for the Greater Toronto Area. Rainfall amounts of approximately 5 mm to 10 mm are predicted for today, 10 mm to 20 mm for tomorrow and an additional 5 mm to 10 mm for Saturday. Higher amounts may occur in localized areas as a result of thunderstorm activity.

The forecasted rainfall will result in higher flows and water levels in all our rivers and streams, creating dangerous conditions. Although the location and intensity of heavy downpours remain uncertain, areas affected may experience localized flooding. Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses.

Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities.

This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Sunday, August 12, 2012.  For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.

Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer

Maggie Liu                                           Laurian Farrell

416-661-6514 

416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Flood Outlook Watershed Conditions Statement is an early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.

FLOOD OUTLOOK

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              August 9, 2012

time:               3:00 pm         

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that Environment Canada is forecasting showers with a risk of thunderstorms for the Greater Toronto Area. Rainfall amounts of approximately 5 mm to 10 mm are predicted for today, 10 mm to 20 mm for tomorrow and an additional 5 mm to 10 mm for Saturday. Higher amounts may occur in localized areas as a result of thunderstorm activity.

The forecasted rainfall will result in higher flows and water levels in all our rivers and streams, creating dangerous conditions. Although the location and intensity of heavy downpours remain uncertain, areas affected may experience localized flooding. Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses.

Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities.

This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Sunday, August 12, 2012.  For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.

Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer

Maggie Liu                                           Laurian Farrell

416-661-6514 

416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Flood Outlook Watershed Conditions Statement is an early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.

FLOOD OUTLOOK

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              August 9, 2012

time:               3:00 pm         

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that Environment Canada is forecasting showers with a risk of thunderstorms for the Greater Toronto Area. Rainfall amounts of approximately 5 mm to 10 mm are predicted for today, 10 mm to 20 mm for tomorrow and an additional 5 mm to 10 mm for Saturday. Higher amounts may occur in localized areas as a result of thunderstorm activity.   The forecasted rainfall will result in higher flows and water levels in all our rivers and streams, creating dangerous conditions. Although the location and intensity of heavy downpours remain uncertain, areas affected may experience localized flooding. Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses.   Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities.   This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Sunday, August 12, 2012.  For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.                             Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer Maggie Liu                                           Laurian Farrell 416-661-6514  416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Flood Outlook Watershed Conditions Statement is an early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.

FLOOD OUTLOOK

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT

date:              August 9, 2012

time:               3:00 pm         

issued to:     school boards, municipalities, local conservation authorities, local police, emergency services and media 

Toronto and Region Conservation advises that Environment Canada is forecasting showers with a risk of thunderstorms for the Greater Toronto Area. Rainfall amounts of approximately 5 mm to 10 mm are predicted for today, 10 mm to 20 mm for tomorrow and an additional 5 mm to 10 mm for Saturday. Higher amounts may occur in localized areas as a result of thunderstorm activity.   The forecasted rainfall will result in higher flows and water levels in all our rivers and streams, creating dangerous conditions. Although the location and intensity of heavy downpours remain uncertain, areas affected may experience localized flooding. Drivers should exercise extreme caution and avoid driving through low lying areas and roadways, particularly at underpasses.   Please alert any children under your care of these dangers and supervise their activities.   This Flood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement will be in effect through Sunday, August 12, 2012.  For more information please contact the on-call Flood Duty Officer at 416.661.6514.                             Flood Duty Officer                            Chief Flood Duty Officer Maggie Liu                                           Laurian Farrell 416-661-6514  416-661-6600 ext.5697

Note: A Flood Outlook Watershed Conditions Statement is an early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.