The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is advising residents that a Flood Warning remains in effect for the Ottawa River until Friday, May 5th.
Residents along the main stem of the Ottawa River, for the area from Lac Coulonge (near Westmeath) and downstream to Arnprior should be aware that a rain event is expected to bring 55 to 65 mm of precipitation over the next few days.
This means the area may well return to and maintain the thresholds for major flood levels along the Ottawa River at Lake Coulonge, and areas downstream.
Levels are expected to raise above the threshold for minor flooding in the Pembroke area.
Although the maximum levels to be reached this week are expected to be well below the historical
high of 2019, residents that have previously been inundated should take appropriate precautions for property and personal safety.
The ministry is closely monitoring the situation and further updates will be issued as appropriate.
By Rick Stow
