The Current Low Water Status is set to NORMAL.
Ontario’s Low Water Response Program ensures provincial and local authorities are prepared in the event of low water conditions.
Low water or drought is slow to occur and is caused by:
- lack of rain
- high temperatures
- increased demand for water
Kawartha Conservation Low Water Status Ratings
In partnership with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, we assist in the coordination and support of local response in the event of a drought. We monitor local water level and precipitation closely and work with local water users to reduce demand and mitigate effects of water shortages, encouraging voluntary water conservation measures.
Consisting of representatives from the Province, Municipalities, Conservation Authorities, local water users, and interest groups, a Water Response Team is coordinated by Kawartha Conservation in our watershed jurisdiction. We are involved with a coordinated response team for the Durham Region as well.
What do the ratings mean?
Low Water Response Program Status
NORMAL |
Water levels are within acceptable parameters. |
Level I |
First indication of potential water supply problems, primarily a warning level – key focus is conservation of water. |
Level II |
Indicates a potentially serious problem – conservation of water is extended to restrictions on non-essential uses. |
Level III |
Indicates a failure of the water supply to meet demand – Key focus is on regulation & enforcement. |