Large amounts of rain and snow are expected this weekend throughout the region and that has prompted the Quinte Conservation Authority to issue a water safety statement.
The organization says flows are above normal for this time of year as rivers and creeks have not recovered from the last rain event and creeks, streams and rivers will rise rapidly in response to the 20-40 mm of precipitation expected to fall over the weekend.
Water Resources Technician Dave Eascott says rivers and creeks are not expected to overtop their banks at this time but nuisance flooding is possible around small watercourses, urban areas and ditches.
Residents are reminded to make sure their sump pumps are in good working condition and help reduce ponding by keeping ditches, culverts and storm drains clear from obstructions.
