A flood warning is in effect for the Lake Talon and Mattawa River subwatersheds and creeks within the City of North Bay.
That from the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority which says the flood watch continues for all other areas of the watershed.
Officials say the potential for localized flooding exists, especially in low-lying areas, as the snowmelt progresses, and rainfall occurs.
“Very warm temperatures over the past week triggered significant snowmelt that continues to affect local watercourses,” says Angela Mills, NBMCA Duty Officer. “Water levels in Lake Talon and watercourses in the Mattawa River watershed have risen in the last few days. Urban creeks in the City of North Bay remain high and in some parts are near top of bank.” Shoreline flooding on Lake Nipissing is not expected with officials saying the lake’s water levels are near normal.
“Residents, especially those in low-lying areas, are encouraged to monitor the conditions as they develop, and prepare accordingly,” says Chitra Gowda, NBMCA CAO. “Shorelines of creeks and rivers will be very slippery at this time and, when combined with cold open water, pose a serious hazard. The public is encouraged to keep children and pets away from watercourses and off waterbodies,”
The conservation authority also says with more rain in the forecast Thursday through Saturday, high water levels could be maintained or increase further.
