Conservation Authority News and Updates:
Watershed Condition Status – Flood Outlook Statement
Issued April 26, 2024 @ 11:30 am.
The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority is issuing a Flood Watch Statement to residents regarding current or anticipated watershed conditions. Flood forecasting and warning are part of the Conservation Authority’s provincially mandated responsibilities. This statement is sent out so that residents can be informed and aware.
The current weather forecast indicates significant rainfall on the weekend and next week. Area watershed forecast indicates 65 mm to 85 mm of rainfall for the next five days. Heavy rain is expected to fall Saturday into Saturday night. Locally higher amounts are possible due to thunderstorms on Saturday afternoon and evening.
Currently, local rivers, creeks and streams are flowing at normal levels. The surface runoff due to heavy downpours can cause levels and flows to rise across the watershed. There may be localized flooding in low-lying areas.
The flood control channels owned and maintained by the Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority are currently flowing at normal levels. The flood control channels will experience a rise in water levels. It is important to remember that the water in rivers, streams and the channels is cold and fast flowing.
The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority will continue to closely monitor stream flows across the watershed and update this message based on the changing weather/streamflow conditions.
Residents and visitors are urged to stay away from the flood control channels and all waterways. Flows can be especially dangerous and stream banks can be slippery. Please keep children and pets away from waterways during this time.
This statement is in effect until May 1, 2024.
For further information contact:
Anjum Amin, P.Eng.
SSMRCA
aamin@ssmrca.ca
705-946-8530
Issued April 26, 2024 @ 11:30 am.
The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority is issuing a Flood Watch Statement to residents regarding current or anticipated watershed conditions. Flood forecasting and warning are part of the Conservation Authority’s provincially mandated responsibilities. This statement is sent out so that residents can be informed and aware.
The current weather forecast indicates significant rainfall on the weekend and next week. Area watershed forecast indicates 65 mm to 85 mm of rainfall for the next five days. Heavy rain is expected to fall Saturday into Saturday night. Locally higher amounts are possible due to thunderstorms on Saturday afternoon and evening.
Currently, local rivers, creeks and streams are flowing at normal levels. The surface runoff due to heavy downpours can cause levels and flows to rise across the watershed. There may be localized flooding in low-lying areas.
The flood control channels owned and maintained by the Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority are currently flowing at normal levels. The flood control channels will experience a rise in water levels. It is important to remember that the water in rivers, streams and the channels is cold and fast flowing.
The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority will continue to closely monitor stream flows across the watershed and update this message based on the changing weather/streamflow conditions.
Residents and visitors are urged to stay away from the flood control channels and all waterways. Flows can be especially dangerous and stream banks can be slippery. Please keep children and pets away from waterways during this time.
This statement is in effect until May 1, 2024.
For further information contact:
Anjum Amin, P.Eng.
SSMRCA
aamin@ssmrca.ca
705-946-8530
Welcome to Prince Township, where nature thrives and conservation matters! We're proud to partner with the Sault Ste. Marie Conservation Authority (SSMCA) in preserving the ecological richness of our region.
The SSMCA plays a crucial role in safeguarding our forests, watersheds, and wildlife habitats, ensuring a sustainable future for Prince Township and beyond. Together, we work tirelessly to promote environmental stewardship, outdoor recreation, and environmental education initiatives. Explore the natural wonders of Prince Township with the SSMCA as your guide, and join us in protecting the beauty of our landscapes for generations to come!
You can view news and updates below as well as all the information they have to offer at their website here : https://ssmrca.ca/
The SSMCA plays a crucial role in safeguarding our forests, watersheds, and wildlife habitats, ensuring a sustainable future for Prince Township and beyond. Together, we work tirelessly to promote environmental stewardship, outdoor recreation, and environmental education initiatives. Explore the natural wonders of Prince Township with the SSMCA as your guide, and join us in protecting the beauty of our landscapes for generations to come!
You can view news and updates below as well as all the information they have to offer at their website here : https://ssmrca.ca/
Important Notice: In order to minimize the spread of the respiratory illnesses (Flu, RSV and COVID-19) visits to the SSMRCA office are by appointment only.
Staff are available by phone (705)-946-8530 or email nature@ssmrca.ca to assist you Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Staff are available by phone (705)-946-8530 or email nature@ssmrca.ca to assist you Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Watershed Condition Status – Water Safety Statement
Issued December 24, 2023@ 2:00 pm
The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority is issuing a Water Safety Statement to
residents regarding current watershed conditions. Flood forecasting and warning are part of the
Conservation Authority’s provincially mandated responsibilities. This statement is sent out so that
residents can be informed and aware.
A weather system is forecast to bring moderate mixed precipitation for the next five days. Area
watershed forecast indicates 15 - 30 mm of rainfall. Daytime high temperatures are forecasted to
be in the single digits (2 to 60C) and nighttime lows near or below 0 degrees.
Snowpack measurements across the watershed are averaging a snow depth of 10 - 20 cm. The
water equivalent or the amount of water contained in the snowpack is 10 - 30 mm.
Forecasted warmer weather and rainfall will impact the existing snowpack. Currently, local rivers,
creeks and streams are flowing at above normal levels. The forecasted rain and snowmelt, due
to warm temperatures associated with this system, could produce localized runoff, and elevate
water levels. There may be localized flooding in low-lying areas.
The flood control channels owned and maintained by the Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation
Authority are flowing at slightly above normal levels. The flood control channels will experience
a rise in water levels. It is important to remember that the water in rivers, streams and the
channels will be cold and fast flowing during and after rainfalls.
The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority will continue to closely monitor stream
flows across the watershed and update this message based on the changing
weather/streamflow conditions.
Residents and visitors are urged to stay away from the flood control channels and all waterways.
Flows can be especially dangerous and stream banks can be slippery. Please keep children and
pets away from waterways during this time.
This statement is in effect until December 29, 2023.
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For further information contact:
Anjum Amin, P.Eng.
SSMRCA
aamin@ssmrca.ca
705-946-8530
Issued December 24, 2023@ 2:00 pm
The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority is issuing a Water Safety Statement to
residents regarding current watershed conditions. Flood forecasting and warning are part of the
Conservation Authority’s provincially mandated responsibilities. This statement is sent out so that
residents can be informed and aware.
A weather system is forecast to bring moderate mixed precipitation for the next five days. Area
watershed forecast indicates 15 - 30 mm of rainfall. Daytime high temperatures are forecasted to
be in the single digits (2 to 60C) and nighttime lows near or below 0 degrees.
Snowpack measurements across the watershed are averaging a snow depth of 10 - 20 cm. The
water equivalent or the amount of water contained in the snowpack is 10 - 30 mm.
Forecasted warmer weather and rainfall will impact the existing snowpack. Currently, local rivers,
creeks and streams are flowing at above normal levels. The forecasted rain and snowmelt, due
to warm temperatures associated with this system, could produce localized runoff, and elevate
water levels. There may be localized flooding in low-lying areas.
The flood control channels owned and maintained by the Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation
Authority are flowing at slightly above normal levels. The flood control channels will experience
a rise in water levels. It is important to remember that the water in rivers, streams and the
channels will be cold and fast flowing during and after rainfalls.
The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority will continue to closely monitor stream
flows across the watershed and update this message based on the changing
weather/streamflow conditions.
Residents and visitors are urged to stay away from the flood control channels and all waterways.
Flows can be especially dangerous and stream banks can be slippery. Please keep children and
pets away from waterways during this time.
This statement is in effect until December 29, 2023.
# # #
For further information contact:
Anjum Amin, P.Eng.
SSMRCA
aamin@ssmrca.ca
705-946-8530