The Grey Sauble Conservation Authority says, with the forecasted warmer weather and potential for rain, seasonal flooding of low-lying areas will likely occur.
The Conservation Authority issued a Watershed Conditions Statement which is not as severe as a flood watch or flood warning.
They say after the minor melt that occurred this week, soils are saturated under the snow and any new snow melt will quickly run off into ditches, streams and rivers.
Flows will increase and may reach average or normal spring runoff levels.
The Conservation Authority says there is a concern regarding the potential for ice jams that could cause localized flooding.
They note, high flows, unsafe banks, melting ice or other factors could be dangerous for recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, children, pets, etc.
Grey Sauble staff say they will continue to monitor the weather and the flows and provide additional updates as needed.
Watershed residents can access snow, stream flow and rain gauge data through our Watershed Conditions page on our website (http://www.greysauble.on.ca/water-management/current-watershedconditions/).
This Statement expires March 13th at 12 p.m. unless replaced by further updates.