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A FLOOD WATCH is in effect for the Trent-Severn Waterway within the Otonabee region watershed due to forecasted warmer temperatures and rainfall expected next week.

Water levels and flows are anticipated to continue rising along the Trent-Severn Waterway over the next seven days. As a result, flooding may occur along the waterway within the Otonabee watershed, particularly in low-lying, vulnerable areas.

A WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY IS in effect for local watercourses as water levels and flows have peaked and begun to recede. Flooding is not expected.

A FLOOD WATCH is in effect for local watercourses within the Otonabee Watershed due to significant rainfall received this week, with additional precipitation in the forecast.

A WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY has been issued for the Otonabee Watershed due to the high safety risk posed by unstable streambanks, fast-flowing water, and cold-water temperatures.

Flood Watch for the Trent Severn-Waterway
Watershed Condition Statement – Water Safety for local watercourses

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY issued for the Trent-Severn Waterway and all local watercourses within the jurisdiction of Otonabee Conservation.

A FLOOD WATCH is being issued for local watercourses within the jurisdiction of Otonabee Conservation, excluding the Trent-Severn Waterway.

The Flood Watch is being extended, as extreme cold temperatures are expected to continue for another week within our region. The cold air, combined with a lack of ice cover and turbulent flows on the Otonabee River and upper Trent River (to Hastings) may result in the generation of frazil ice, which can increase the risk of localized flooding.

To promote sustainability and long-term environmental stewardship, Otonabee Conservation has officially opened its annual Tree Sales. This year features a wide variety of species and sizes to better serve homeowners and community projects.

A FLOOD WATCH is being issued for watercourses within the jurisdiction of Otonabee Conservation including Otonabee River, upper Trent River to Hastings and local watercourses.

Otonabee Conservation’s Annual General (AGM) on January 20, 2026 highlighted nearly seven decades of stewardship within the watershed and celebrated this year’s recipients of the Environmental Excellence Awards.