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Flood Condition Index
No flood conditions exist.
“Be informed and aware.”
Water Safety Statements —High flows, unsafe banks, melting ice or other factors that could be dangerous for recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, children, pets, etc. Flooding is not expected.
Flood Outlook Statements — Early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.
“Be prepared to activate your flood response plans, if it becomes necessary.”
Flood Watch — Flooding is possible in specific watercourses or municipalities. Municipalities, emergency services and individual landowners in flood-prone areas should prepare.
“Activate your flood response procedures now.”
Flood Warning — Flooding is imminent or already occurring in specific watercourses or municipalities.
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Worried about flooding? Have flood messages sent directly to your home email. Send your email (or fax number) to Michelle at michelle.paton@rvca.ca to be added to our list.
Is your home in a flood vulnerable area? Contact an RVCA Resource Specialist to learn more at 613-692-3571 or
1-800-264-3504 — KELLIE at ext. 1128 or
MEGAN at ext. 1132.
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| Flood Vulnerable RIverside Communities |
Rideau River |
- in the area between Rideau Falls and Cummings Bridge, in the vicinity of Brantwood, Windsor and Brewer,Parks in the City of Ottawa; parts of the rural area of the City of Ottawa including; in the vicinity of the Carleton Golf & Yacht Club, parts of the Village of Kars; Lorne Bridge Road; in the vicinity of James Island; Reevecraig; Fairmile Subdivision
- Mapleshores, Little Chesterville and Arcand developments, Hilly Lane, Cedar Beach, Rideau Glen and Becketts Landing in North Grenville Township
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Jock River |
- parts of the Village of Richmond including areas on the tributaries (Van Gaal Drain, Flowing Creek, Bypass Drain)
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Steven Creek
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- parts of the Village of North Gower and areas downstream
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Kemptville Creek
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- parts of the Township of North Grenville between Kemptville and the Rideau River
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Tay River |
- within the Town of Perth and areas upstream to Glen Tay
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| The RVCA's Role in Flood Forecasting and Warning |
 The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority maintains a flood forecasting and warning system. Our goal is to reduce danger to people and property by providing local agencies and the public with advanced notice, information and advice so that they can respond to potential flooding and flood emergencies.
The RVCA uses stream gauges, weather stations, surveys of snow conditions, meterological forecasts and computer models to determine the potential for flooding.
When spring melt or severe storms are anticipated, the Conservation Authority estimates the severity, location, and timing of possible flooding. |
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