Credit Valley Conservation - February 7 2023

February 7, 2023 - Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) advises that daytime highs will range from 2 to 8ºC over the next several days. Light rain is forecasted for today and up to 20mm is expected on Thursday.
The recent cooler temperatures have resulted in the river to freeze-up at some locations. There was a late start in the freezing process with the warmer temperatures earlier this winter. The river ice is relatively thin and is generally frozen to the banks. Solid ice cover across the entire river was not observed extensively.
The forecasted temperatures along with the light rain over the next 2 days could result in the breakup of the solid ice cover. There may not be enough flow to move the ice further downstream. Areas with a solid cover of river-ice could experience ice breakup and localized flooding. Ice frozen to the riverbanks could weaken or melt prior to the rain on Thursday.

Higher water levels will result in local streams and rivers becoming dangerous, especially in the vicinity of culverts, bridges, and dams. The public is advised to stay away from all watercourses, especially children and pets.

CVC will continue to closely monitor weather, ice conditions and water levels in the watershed. The Watershed Conditions Statement for Flood Outlook will be in effect through Sat-Feb-11-2023 or until further notice.

To view current watershed conditions, visit our real-time monitoring website: https://cvc.ca/real-time-monitoring/