Please be careful on all forest access roads as a result of the potential for water on roads, washouts, and heavy rutting. Residents should keep a close watch on conditions, regularly check for updated messages and stay away from fast-moving rivers and streams. Residents whose properties are historically susceptible to flooding should take appropriate precautions to protect their property, such as ensuring sump pumps are functioning, securing items that may float away as water levels rise and using sandbags. As of 11:00 a.m., the precipitation forecast for today through tonight is 30-45mm. There is also the risk of isolated thunderstorms. Daily high temperatures are forecast to range from 7°C to 12°C through Friday before returning to colder temperatures on the weekend.
Sand and sandbags are available at the following locations
Road closures
Black River Rd. (former Dalton Twp.) is closed East of Lewisham Lane until further notice. The closure is necessary to maintain the integrity of the road, as a result of rain conditions.
A portion of Taylor Rd. (former Dalton Twp.), from #35 Taylor Rd. East to Hills Rd. is closed until further notice. The city has closed this portion of the road as a result of the significant quantity of water over the road.
Look for information about additional closures on the City of Kawartha Lakes’ website at this link: http://www.city.kawarthalakes.on.ca/residents/public-works/general-operations/road-closures
The Coboconk Municipal Service Centre, located at 9 Grandy Road in Coboconk, will be the first point of contact for up to date flood information and can be reached at 705-324-9411 extension 3515 or 1-888-822-2225, extension 3515.
If an event occurs after business hours of Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. call 1-877-885-7337.
MNRF, Trent Severn Waterway, and Kawartha Conservation are all closely monitoring the weather and developing watershed conditions.
