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Niagara Braces for Weekend Deluge: Flood Warning Issued
22 Aug
Summary
- Rainfall of 40-60 mm expected starting Saturday.
- Thunderstorms may bring an additional 15-25 mm of rain.
- Residents urged to avoid swollen creeks and rivers.
The Niagara region, including parts of Hamilton and Haldimand, Ont., faces a potential flash flood warning this weekend. The Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA) forecasts 40 to 60 millimetres of rainfall starting Saturday afternoon, accompanied by thunderstorms. Environment Canada notes a risk of thunderstorms in Hamilton and Haldimand from late morning through the evening, potentially extending overnight.
These storms may produce an additional 15 to 25 mm of rain. Showers are also expected on Sunday for the entire region. The NPCA warns of flash flooding along small watercourses and rapid water level increases in low-lying areas, though major flooding of larger watercourses is not anticipated.
Residents are advised to keep a safe distance from creeks and rivers, as water levels could rise quickly. Property owners should clear debris from culverts and ditches to help manage water flow. This warning follows significant flooding experienced in Niagara during late July and early August.
