The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority has issued a flood watch. Rain from this morning has brought 15-20 mm to the South side of the Watershed. However, areas North of Exeter has only received 5-10mm.
Quick runoff has been observed at the lower Ausable River and Parkhill Creek watershed. levels in many watercourses are rising quickly.
Based on the current forecast, and streamflow forecasting models, a higher-impact flooding event is
possible in the above-mentioned areas over the next several days.
Another passing warm front will bring more rain in its wake. The area will see 10-20mm more rain. A cold front is expected to move through that will bring a possible severe thunderstorm. Areas with thunderstorms could see an additional 20mm of rain.
There is extensive flooding persisting in the Thedford-Klonydke Marsh area. Thunderstorms on Wednesday may result in higher rainfall amounts and localized flooding issues. Flooding may once again approach the levels seen over the weekend.
Flooding impacts are expected, once again, to be widespread in the impacted areas, including area roads that are prone to periodic flooding. You are reminded to use extreme caution near all watercourses. Slippery and unstable streambanks and extremely cold and fast-flowing water will combine to create hazardous conditions.
This message will remain in effect until 12:00 p.m. noon on Saturday, April 8, 2023, unless local conditions warrant further updates.
Written By: K. Close
