Ottawa River Flooding Risk Persists Into Next Week

Ottawa River flooding risk persists into next week

A flood warning remains in place along the Ottawa River corridor from Pembroke to Arnprior, with conditions expected to persist into next week despite some early signs of stabilization. In an updated notice, the Ministry of Natural Resources’ Pembroke District said elevated water levels and flows continue to impact flood-prone areas, driven by a combination of recent rainfall, warm temperatures and ongoing spring runoff moving through the system…

Flood warning continues along Ottawa River from Pembroke to Arnprior

A flood warning remains in effect along parts of the Ottawa River in eastern Ontario, with officials cautioning that high water levels could persist into next week. The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources says the warning applies to areas from Pembroke to Arnprior through at least May 13. The ministry says recent rainfall and warmer temperatures have accelerated snowmelt and the breakup of lake ice, contributing to rising water levels. Additio…