Conservation Halton warns about fast-moving water

NEWS RELEASE
CONSERVATION HALTON
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Conservation Halton advises that up to 25 mm of rain has fallen over the past hour in isolated areas within our jurisdiction. Environment Canada has issued severe thunderstorm warnings throughout Halton Region, citing that heavy downpours with total rainfall amounts in excess of 50 mm are possible this evening.

Widespread flooding is not anticipated, however fast flowing water and flooding of low-lying areas and natural floodplains may be expected.

Conservation Halton is asking all residents and children to keep a safe distance from all watercourses and structures such as bridges, culverts and dams. Elevated water levels, fast flowing water, and slippery conditions along stream banks continue to make these locations extremely dangerous. Please alert children in your care of these imminent dangers.

Conservation Halton will continue to monitor stream and weather conditions and will issue an update to this Watershed Condition Statement –Water Safety message as conditions warrant.

This Watershed Condition Statement will be in effect through Saturday June 22.

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