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Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Watch - April 4
Posted on Tuesday, April 04, 2023 01:18 PM
A Flood Watch is now in effect for the Kawartha Conservation watershed jurisdiction.
No widespread flooding is expected; however, flooding in low-lying areas, areas adjacent to streams and road ditches may occur. Smaller watercourses may reach or overtop their banks. Ponding of water on urban surfaces may occur as storm sewer systems can become overwhelmed by high runoff.
WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – FLOOD WATCH
DATE: April 4, 2023TIME: 1:15 pm
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Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety - March 30
Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2023 01:00 PM
Widespread flooding is not anticipated, however water levels and flows in watercourses across the Kawartha Conservation watershed jurisdiction remain elevated due to the ongoing spring melt and near saturated ground conditions.
WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY
Kawartha Conservation Watershed DATE: Thursday March 30, 2023TIME: 1:00 pm
Message sent based on information received from:
- Kawartha Conservation Flood Forecasting Network
- Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry - Surface Water...
Bring Back the Fish program helps restore fish habitat in the Kawartha Lakes
Posted on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 09:19 AM
MARCH 28, 2023 – Fish habitat has been improved in parts of the Kawartha Lakes following the successful completion of 10 aquatic habitat restoration projects in 2022 as part of the Bring Back the Fish program.
Working with local landowners to improve aquatic habitat, water quality, and fish spawning conditions in local urban waterways, Kawartha Conservation, property owners and contractors helped to restore more than 450-meters of streambanks and planted more than 1500 trees, shrubs, and flowers...
Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety - March 21
Posted on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 02:05 PM
The first week of spring will bring a mix of snow and rain, with expected rainfall totalling 15-20 mm followed by cooler temperatures into the weekend and another 10-15 mm of snow and/or rainfall.
WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY
Kawartha Conservation WatershedDATE: Tuesday March 21, 2023TIME: 2:00 pm
Message sent based on information received from:
- Kawartha Conservation Flood Forecasting Network
- Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry - Surface Water Monitoring Centre
- Environment...
Discover the joy of bird watching in the Kawarthas this spring
Posted on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 09:51 AM
MARCH 21, 2023 – Spring is the perfect time for bird lovers to explore the Kawartha region, as a number of migratory birds return from their wintering grounds. The area offers a diverse range of habitats for birds, including wetlands, forests, and grasslands, making it a bird watcher's paradise.
To help visitors make the most of their birding experience, visitors to Ken Reid Conservation Area can use the Ken Reid Birding Guide or stop by the Kawartha Lakes Public Library to borrow a brand new...