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Did You Know? (2023-10)

Did You Know? Forecasting and Flood Warnings are regularly issued.

The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority and the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority closely monitor snow pack, weather events, water levels and water flow in their watersheds to warn property owners when there is potential for flooding, and to keep them updated during flooding emergencies.

For flood forecasting and warnings for the Rideau Valley watershed, sign up for an e-newsletter at the following link: https://www.rvca...

MVCA - Water Conditions Statement - March 3, 2023

Water Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook Potential for flooding across the Mississippi and Carp River watersheds

March 03, 2023— MISSISSIPPI AND CARP RIVER WATERSHEDS—Well above average snow pack conditions across the Mississippi Valley watershed could lead to above average flooding this spring. Current conditions at snow course sites are indicating significantly higher than normal water content amounts in the snow for this time of year. While snow is not the primary driver for spring flooding,...