As expected, Lake Erie water levels have continued to slowly decline over the month of August but data collected in Port Stanley indicates that the current water level is 66 cm higher than average.
Water Conservation Supervisor at Kettle Creek Conservation Authority Jennifer Dow says that “As we move into the fall storm season, we have to be extra observant of those sustained and gusty southwesterly winds.”
“Late summer storm events, especially in the Great Lakes region can move in quickly bringing gusty winds and heavy downpours,” says Dow.
Residents should take extra caution to avoid areas where flooding is occurring as well as creeks, streams and shoreline areas during significant rainfall and wind events.
The combination of slippery banks, waves, waves overtopping shoreline structures, and fast moving water can be dangerous. Standing water can also present its own unseen hazards. Children and pets should be kept away from flowing or standing water as well as shoreline areas.
KCCA staff will continue to monitor Lake Erie conditions and provide updates as warranted.
