NEWS RELEASE
MATTAGAMI REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
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Generally, snow depth and water content conditions for this time of year are above normal (115 per cent to 208 per cent) through the entire Upper Mattagami Watershed.
Current forecasts show a mix of sun and cloudy periods over the coming week with daytime temperatures ranging from +10C to +19C over the next five to seven days with no major weather systems expected.
Winter drawdown has been completed at all sites and elevation is building quickly with the accelerated snow-melt occurring from the recent warm temperatures. Mesomikenda and Peter Long Lake Control Dams are expected to reduce flow in the next couple of days.
Town Creek and Crawford Creek are now largely ice-free. All watercourses will continue to be closely watched by Authority and Municipal staff. Stream flows and water levels continue to be monitored on a daily basis.
The Timmins Flood Advisory Committee will be meeting May 3 to review current conditions. The Flood Advisory Committee has issued a Water Conditions Statement – Water Safety, which will remain in effect until May 7.
The next update will be issued on or about May 15.
If you have any questions or comments, please contact the Conservation Authority at 360-2660.
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