Conservation authority urges caution for those in Grand River watershed
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The GRCA says river flows in Guelph and Kitchener-area waterways will be higher than normal for this time of year, especially in low-lying areas typically prone to flooding.
The Grand River Conservation Authority headquartered in Cambridge, Ont., has issued a water safety statement for the watershed.
The statement encourages the public to exercise caution around all waterways in and around Guelph and Kitchener with 20 to 30 millimeters of rain expected on Thursday.
In a news release, the GRCA says they don’t expect significant flooding to occur following this current weather system, however, river flows will be higher than normal for this time of year, especially in low-lying areas.
Parents are being encouraged to keep their children and pets away from all watercourses.
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The water safety statement will remain in effect until Monday.
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