WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT - WATER SAFETY - April 17, 2026

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT - WATER SAFETY
DATE: APRIL 17, 2026
TIME:  10:30 am

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Based on information from Environment and Climate Change Canada and the Ministry of Natural Resources - Surface Water Monitoring Centre, Kawartha Conservation is issuing a Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety, in effect until April 21, 2026.

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FLOOD WATCH – LAKE SHORELINE NOTICE - April 13, 2026

FLOOD WARNING - LAKE SHORELINE NOTICE
DATE: APRIL 13, 2026
TIME:  3:25 pm

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Based on updated information from Environment and Climate Change Canada and the Ministry of Natural Resources - Surface Water Monitoring Centre, Kawartha Conservation is upgrading from a Flood Watch – Lake Shoreline Notice to a Flood Warning - Lake Shoreline Notice on Monday April 13, 2026, through to Tuesday, April 21, 2026. This Flood Warning applies to the shoreline areas of the following waterbodies:

  • Balsam Lake
  • Cameron Lake
  • Sturgeon Lake
  • Pigeon Lake
  • Lake Scugog
  • Crystal Lake
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Trail and Facility Conditions Update - Ken Reid Conservation Area

Due to saturated ground conditions, localized flooding, and additional rainfall in the forecast, portions of Ken Reid Conservation Area are currently impacted.

Effective immediately:

  • The Pond Loop Trail is temporarily closed
  • All other trails are flooded or partially flooded and should be used with caution

Ken Reid Conservation Area will remain open; however, visitors are advised to use caution when accessing the property and be aware of wet and flooded trail conditions throughout the site.

Conditions will continue to be monitored throughout the week, and impacted areas will reopen as conditions improve and it is safe to do so.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to protect visitor safety and park infrastructure during this period of wet weather.

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