Water levels on the Ottawa River are expected to rise up to 35 cm more this week in the national capital region following extensive rainfall over the weekend. ottnews
A flood warning is in effect for the lower Ottawa River from Arnprior to Hawkesbury. The Ottawa River Regulating Committee says it expects to see water levels rise between 20 and 35 cm this week in flood-prone areas of Constance Bay, Britannia, Cumberland, Rockland and Hawkesbury.
"Based on Ottawa River Regulating Committee forecasts, flood prone areas along the main stem of the Ottawa River from Arnprior to Hawkesbury are at risk. Water levels are currently expected to remain 45 cm to 70 cm below historical flood levels of 2019 on the main stem of the Ottawa River," a statement says.Constance Bay: Up 20 cm over levels observed at 8 a.m. TuesdayCumberland: Up 35 cm over levels observed at 8 a.m. TuesdayHawkesbury: Up 30 cm over levels observed at 8 a.m.
Evacuees wishing to evacuate their homes or in need of emergency shelter or special support should report to the Jean-René-Monette Community Center at 89 Jean-René-Monette St. The Canadian Red Cross will be on site to assess their needs. The city says evacuees will be required to show proof of residence.
Danny Olsen, who is helping his father protect his home on rue Saint-Louis in Gatineau, says the level kept rising overnight.
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