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Sunday, December 28th, 2025 to Wednesday, December 31st, 2025
Saugeen Conservation advises that forecasted rainfall, combined with daytime temperatures climbing into the mid-single digits and associated snowmelt, will lead to higher-than-normal water levels across the watershed over the coming days.
ALL SAUGEEN WATERSHED MUNICIPALITIES – Municipality of Arran-Elderslie, Municipality of Brockton, Township of Chatsworth, Municipality of Grey Highlands, Town of Hanover, Township of Howick, Municipality of Morris-Turnberry, Municipality of South Bruce, Township of Huron-Kinloss, Municipality of Kincardine, Town of Minto, Township of Wellington-North, Town of Saugeen Shores, Township of Southgate, Municipality of West Grey.
A low-pressure system is forecast to enter the region today (Sunday), bringing 15-30 mm of rain and temperatures of 5-6°C. Rain is expected to begin Sunday afternoon and continue into the evening and overnight, before changing to snow Monday as temperatures drop.
Widespread flooding is not expected. Rainfall and daytime warming from Sunday into Monday may produce elevated water levels and localized overbank flooding in small watercourses as snowmelt and precipitation occur together. Limited infiltration caused by frozen and near-frozen ground will increase runoff to streams. The remaining snowpack is expected to decline rapidly in areas that receive both rain and warmer temperatures.
High water levels, fast-flowing water, weakened ice, and slippery stream banks will create hazardous conditions near all waterways. The public is reminded to stay away from all watercourses and structures such as bridges, culverts, and dams. Ice-covered waterbodies in the watershed should be considered unsafe at this time.
Saugeen Conservation staff will be closely monitoring watershed conditions and will provide an update if conditions change. This message will remain in effect until Wednesday, December 31st, 2025 at 9:00am unless updated otherwise.
To report flooding in your area, visit our website: saugeenconservation.ca/reportflood
For more information:
Jody Duncan, Flood Forecasting and Warning Coordinator
(519) 369-8247 | floodcoordinator@svca.on.ca
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