Ministry of Natural Resources - Bulletin - April 1, 2026

Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook - Peterborough Bancroft District

The Ministry of Natural Resources– Peterborough Bancroft District is advising area residents that a Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook is in effect in the District until Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

Residents in the Peterborough Bancroft District area are advised to be aware of current watershed conditions. Water levels in lakes and rivers are increasing and will continue to rise over the coming weeks.

Residents are reminded to keep a close watch on weather conditions, regularly check for updated messages, and exercise caution near fast-moving rivers and streams.

Residents who have been affected by high water and flow conditions in the past should continue to take necessary action to protect/secure any vulnerable property in proximity to rivers and lakes and closely monitor developing conditions.

The Ministry advises residents to exercise extreme caution concerning ice conditions. No ice is safe ice.

The Ministry is closely monitoring the weather and evolving watershed conditions. Further updates will be issued as appropriate.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Description of Weather System

An estimated 40mm of precipitation is forecasted over the next 5 days with further warm
weather and rainfall expected in the 14-day forecast.

Throughout the 14-day forecast daytime highs are expected to range from 2°C to 18°C and
evening lows range from -5°C to 4°C.

Description of Current Conditions

Snow survey data indicates that the water content in the remaining snowpack is slightly above average for this time of year across the northern half of the District.

Water levels in most lakes and rivers are typical for this time of year. Water levels will increase as a result of the melting snowpack and forecasted rainfall.

DEFINITION

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – FLOOD OUTLOOK: gives early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high winds or other conditions.

LEARN MORE

• Surface Water Monitoring Centre public webpage: www.ontario.ca/page/surface-water-monitoring-centre
• Environment Canada bulletins: www. weather.gc.ca
• A close watch on local conditions and weather forecasts from Environment and Climate Change Canada is recommended.