Freezing Rain Expected In Peterborough Wednesday
/Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Peterborough and surrounding areas for freezing rain on Wednesday.
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Otonabee Conservation Releases New Floodplain Mapping Studies To Better Predict Flood Paths In The Area
/Otonabee Conservation has undertaken extensive floodplain mapping projects in seven high priority areas within the Otonabee Region watershed.
Photo courtesy of Otonabee Conservation.
Floodplain mapping has been created in study areas within Meade, Curtis, Jackson, and Baxter Creeks, North and South Kawartha Lakes, Ouse River in Norwood, and for several tributaries around Lakefield.
The objective of floodplain mapping is to identify the areas expected to be inundated during extreme high-water events.
Floodplain maps use data and technical models to predict the path of floodwaters—the area known as the floodplain. A floodplain map does not create a flooding hazard, it simply shows where the flooding will occur.
A map of the floodplain helps to determine where new buildings may be located and if a property is at risk during a flood or storm event.
“We will use the new floodplain maps to help protect property and human life,” explains Don Allin, acting manager of Plan Review and Permitting Services at Otonabee Conservation, “Our eight partner municipalities will also use floodplain maps to help direct future development outside the floodplain and by integrating them into municipal official plans we will all help to mitigate the risks of developing inside areas that are prone to flooding.”
Property and homeowners can also use floodplain maps to see if they may be affected by the floodplain. By searching their address, anyone can see if the property in question is at risk during a flood or storm event and in some cases, property owners may need to take measures to protect existing buildings from flooding.
Otonabee Conservation is hosting a Virtual Floodplain Mapping Public Information Centre (PIC) is from March 9 to April 9, to encourage questions and feedback from watershed residents about new floodplain mapping projects. To participate in the PIC
View Otonabee Conservation’s Floodplain Mapping Story Map
Search by address on the online Interactive Floodplain Map
Review Frequently Asked Questions
Submit any further questions or comments to Otonabee Conservation
Visit otonabeeconservation.com for more information about the new 2022 floodplain mapping.
Peterborough Police Urge Residents To Drive With Caution During Late Season Winter Storm
/After reports of icy conditions in the area on Wednesday morning, Peterborough Police released a statement urging drivers to use caution when travelling.
Photo by David Tuan Bui.
In an unusual late season storm threatens for more snow across southern Ontario Wednesday through Friday road conditions are unpredictable.
There is a possibility of freezing rain Wednesday morning.
Police suggest allowing for extra time before going anywhere and keeping a safe distance between vehicles.
Flood Watch In Peterborough Area In Anticipation Of Up To 25 Millimeters Of Rain
/Otonabee Conservation has issued a flood watch for all water bodies in the Peterborough area.
Affected areas include the Municipalities of Selwyn, Douro-Dummer, Asphodel-Norwood, Otonabee-South Monaghan, Cavan Monaghan, City of Kawartha Lakes, City of Peterborough and Trent Hills.
After experiencing a low-pressure trough that brought warm air temperatures, rain, and snowmelt to the Region last week, we will experience similar weather conditions on Tuesday as a Texas Low Pressure system passes over Southern Ontario. Air temperatures will soar to 6 degrees Celsius, and the system will deliver 20-25 millimetres of rain, possibly heavy at times.
Rain on snow on frozen ground will cause already above-normal water levels/flows to increase even more, possibly resulting in overbank flooding. However, if water levels do rise enough as to exceed channel capacity, it is expected to only do so in low-lying areas and to cause only nuisance level flooding. Ice cover break-up is not expected and flooding due to ice jams is also not expected. Wednesday, will see the system gone from the Region and a return to seasonal air temperatures.
Area residents can expect ponding of water in low-lying areas because frozen ground conditions will prevent absorption, followed by the freezing of this water as the air temperatures change back to below zero. Also, ponding will occur around culverts and drainage basins that are blocked due to snow, ice and/or debris. Residents and businesses along the shores of area waterbodies and watercourses, especially those located in low-lying areas, are strongly encouraged to keep a close watch for possible flooding and to take action to limit or prevent damages due to potential flooding. Adults, parents, and caregivers are advised to keep themselves, children, and pets away from all waterways and conveyance structures (i.e., dams, culverts, and bridges).
Water levels can be monitored on-line at:
1) Trent-Severn Waterway’s Water Management InfoNet
2) Water Survey of Canada Real-Time Hydrometric Data
3) Otonabee Region Conservation Authority website
This flood watch will expire Thursday unless otherwise noted.
Freezing Rain Warning In Peterborough Area Monday Night
/Environment Canada has issued a Special Weather Statement for the Peterborough area in anticipation of freezing rain occurring Monday night through Tuesday night.
The Special Weather statement is in effect in Peterborough County, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland, Halliburton and Hastings County.
Freezing rain is expected to begin Monday night and continue into Tuesday, with rain during the day.
Flooding is possible. Road conditions are expected to become slippery.
Snowfall Warning Issued For Peterborough And Kawartha Area
/Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for most of the greater Kawarthas region for Thursday afternoon into Friday morning.
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The snowfall warning is in effect for Peterborough County, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland County, and Hastings County.
Precipitation will begin as rain Wednesday evening, with freezing rain and ice pellets possible Thursday morning and afternoon.
Snow will begin Thursday afternoon and continue through Friday morning. Total snowfall accumulations of 10 to 20 cm are possible. As the track of the low pressure system remains uncertain, precipitation timing and amounts may change.
Travel is expected to become difficult as road conditions are unpredictable.
Flood Watch Issued For Peterborough Area In Anticipation Of Heavy Rainfall
/A flood watch has been issued by Otonabee Conservation for all waterbodies and watercourses in the Peterborough region.
Photo courtesy of The City of Peterborough.
