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2025 - 03 - 14 - WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT - WATER SAFETY - START OF THE SPRING FRESHET

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March 14, 2025

QUINTE CONSERVATION ISSUES A WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT - WATER SAFETY DUE TO THE START OF THE SPRING FRESHET

The spring freshet is expected to start this weekend due to warmer temperatures and up to 20mm of rainfall. Rivers and creeks will start to flow freely and rise to expected normal springtime levels. The response is anticipated to be quick and noticeable but should peak towards the end of next week. The freshet is expected to be on-going for the...

2025 - 03 - 04 - WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT - WATER SAFETY - INLAND LAKES AND RIVERS

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March 4, 2025

QUINTE CONSERVATION ISSUES A WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT - WATER SAFETY DUE TO ANTICIPATED LARGE AMOUNTS OF RAINFALL

Weather forecasts for the Quinte Conservation Watershed over the next few days predict 30-35 mm of rainfall in the southern portions of the watershed and Prince Edward County. Areas north of Hwy 7 are expected to receive 20-25 mm of rainfall.

Runoff from rain and snowmelt will create a rise in water levels on small creeks. Nuisance flooding is...

2024 - 08 - 08 Quinte Conservation Issues A Water Safety Statement

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August 8, 2024

QUINTE CONSERVATION ISSUES A WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY STATEMENT

Quinte Conservation has issued a Water Safety Statement for the Moira, Napanee, Salmon, and Prince Edward County Watersheds in anticipation of a widespread rain event.

A low-pressure storm system, combined with the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby, is expected to bring heavy rainfall to the Quinte watershed, beginning Thursday evening and through to Saturday morning. Current...

2024 - 07 - 09 Water Safety Statement

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 9, 2024

QUINTE CONSERVATION ISSUES A WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY STATEMENT

Isolated, severe thunder showers are a possibility over the next two days in the wake of Hurricane Beryl. Based on forecasted amounts of 30 to 40mm of rainfall across the Quinte watershed, widespread flooding and drainage issues are not anticipated.

The public is advised to exercise caution when near rivers and waterbodies and to stay away from open and fast flowing water,...

2024 - 04 - 18 Quinte Conservation Issues A Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety Statement

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April 18, 2024

QUINTE CONSERVATION ISSUES A WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY STATEMENT

Recent rainfall events have led to elevated water levels across the Quinte Conservation watershed. While water levels are significantly higher than they were earlier this spring, they are within the expected range for this time of year. Flooding throughout the watershed is not anticipated.

Water levels are at or nearing their high point for the season, but remain below typical...