Written by Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources on 20 May 2014
Tuesday, May 20, 2014 4:00 pm
The Ministry of Natural Resources – Wawa District is advising area residents that a Flood Warning remains in effect for the White River watershed. Flooding on the White River and White Lake is occurring.
Residents along the White River should monitor the developing conditions closely and are asked to use extreme caution around water at this time of the year, as water levels on streams, rivers and lakes can change quickly.
MNR is closely monitoring the weather and developing watershed conditions. Further updates will be issued as appropriate.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Description of Weather System
- Today..Cloudy. Periods of rain beginning near noon. Wind becoming southeast 20 km/h this afternoon. High 15.
- Tonight..Periods of rain ending this evening then cloudy with 60% chance of showers or drizzle. Low 8.
- Wednesday..A few showers and periods of drizzle ending in the afternoon then cloudy with 40% chance of showers. High 12.
- Thursday..Cloudy with 30% chance of showers. Low 8. High 15.
- Friday..Sunny. Low 7. High 18.
- Saturday..Sunny. Low plus 3. High 18.
- Sunday..A mix of sun and cloud. Low 7. High 20.
30mm of precipitation possible over the next 5 days
Description of Current Conditions
Snow pack is spotty; northern aspects have some accumulation in Wawa district. The anticipated amounts of precipitation and milder temperatures forecasted will result in remaining snow to continually melt, causing a slower increase in stream flows within the district.
A close watch on local forecasts and conditions is recommended. The message will be updated based on the changing weather/stream flow conditions.
Expiry Date: This message will expire on Monday, May 26 2014, 12:00 AM
Terminology: Notification Levels
WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – FLOOD OUTLOOK: gives early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high winds or other conditions
WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY: indicates that high flows, melting ice or other factors could be dangerous for such users as boaters, anglers and swimmers but flooding is not expected.
FLOOD WATCH: potential for flooding exists within specific watercourses and municipalities
FLOOD WARNING: flooding is imminent or occurring within specific watercourses and municipalities.
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