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'Here we are again': Flood warning returns for Klondike River, evacuation underway

'Here we are again': Flood warning returns for Klondike River, evacuation underway

A tactical evacuation is underway once again in the Rock Creek area near Dawson City, Yukon, as the Klondike River continues to run dangerously high. Officials have issued another flood warning for the area, a little more than a week after an earlier warning was downgraded to a flood watch. A tactical evacuation means that residents are advised to leave the area, but are not under an evacuation order.

People encouraged to prepare for floods, wildfire risks due to anticipated heat

People encouraged to prepare for floods, wildfire risks due to anticipated heat

The forecast heat is expected to accelerate the snowmelt at higher elevations, which will increase pressure on the province’s rivers and streams. The River Forecast Centre is monitoring weather patterns and river conditions, and the River Forecast Centre website has updated flood warning and advisory notifications, including a map of areas of heightened flood risk. The RFC is forecasting increasing flooding hazards in the B.C. Interior over the weekend and through next week due to rapid snowmelt. Key areas of concern include the Fraser River from Prince George through the Fraser Canyon, Cariboo Mountains, North Thompson, South Thompson, Shuswap, Similkameen, Kootenay and Skeena regions.

Kemptville, Ont. residents come together as properties flood

Kemptville, Ont. residents come together as properties flood

A flood warning remains in effect for the Rideau Valley watershed following Wednesday's ice storm. Many in the Kemptville area have properties under water. Mark Visser's front lawn is completely flooded. "You move stuff off the floor… hopefully it won't get wet and you hope for the best," he said. Rising water levels, coupled with an ice storm and the immediate melt pushed the Rideau River higher.

Flood warning issued as Thames River spills over

Flood warning issued as Thames River spills over

Raging water is pouring out of the Fanshawe Dam as the flood control structure does its job to protect London. But the controlled release of water from Fanshawe Lake into the Thames River cannot stop shoreline flooding and fast-moving water. That’s especially true after a steady rainfall and expected thunderstorms Wednesday. “Things are moving very quickly and the water is high moving through the city right now,” said Teresa Hollingsworth with the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority.

Flood warning issued for Carmacks, Yukon

Flood warning issued for Carmacks, Yukon

A flood warning was issued for Carmacks, Yukon, Tuesday as the Yukon River continues to rise near the community. "Low lying areas are currently flooding," reads a news release from the Yukon government's Emergency Measures Organization (EMO). The river level rose by 21 cm in the last 24 hours, according to EMO. Part of the rise is because of rain. The weather forecast calls for more rain on Wednesday and then some clearing.

'Everybody's worried': Flood warning issued for Yukon's Teslin Lake

'Everybody's worried': Flood warning issued for Yukon's Teslin Lake

A flood warning was issued for Teslin Lake early Monday afternoon by the Yukon government's Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) as low-lying areas around the lake are flooding. "I've seen flooding before, but not [water] this high," said Kayne Geddes, a contractor who lives in Teslin. "Everybody's worried, they don't know what to expect." Geddes estimates there are about 100 people in the village who are helping protect low-lying areas by filling and placing sandbags.

Yukon issues flood warning for Pelly River at Ross River

Yukon issues flood warning for Pelly River at Ross River

A flood warning was issued for the community of Ross River as the water level in the Pelly River rose 20 centimetres in the last two days. In a news release Monday afternoon, the Yukon's Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) said the water level is still rising although the rate at which it is rising has started to slow. "Low lying areas adjacent to the river are currently flooding," the release states.

Flood warning still in effect for the Goulais River

Flood warning still in effect for the Goulais River

The Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry has reissued the flood warning for the Goulais River. Water levels are now above flood threshold levels and flooding is already occurring in low lying areas. Residents of Sault Ste. Marie are advised to avoid fast-moving water and to keep updated on water conditions.

Flood warning in effect along Lake Erie shoreline with high winds and waves forecast

Flood warning in effect along Lake Erie shoreline with high winds and waves forecast

Haldimand County says a flood warning is in effect for the Lake Erie shoreline until Tuesday morning as the area is expected to see strong winds and high waves. The county issued a community notice on Monday, saying the waves could be as high as two metres along the shoreline when the water level peaks in the evening. "Flooding is expected to impact low lying areas along the shoreline and could reach Flood Zone 2," read the notice.

Flood warning issued for Chippewa Creek in North Bay

Flood warning issued for Chippewa Creek in North Bay

The North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA) has issued a flood warning for the Chippewa Creek in North Bay, and a water safety statement for the rest of the watershed. A warning means flooding is imminent or already occurring in specific watercourses or municipalities. Recent thunderstorms in the region have caused significant rainfall and increased volumes in waterways.

How high could water levels get in southern Yukon? It now depends a lot on rain

How high could water levels get in southern Yukon? It now depends a lot on rain

Yukoners wondering just how high water levels could get this summer should start looking to the skies. Though flood warnings remain in place for the Southern Lakes, Lake Laberge, and the Yukon River at Carmacks, Kat Hallett, a spokesperson for the government of Yukon, said one source of rising water appears to be running out. "What we've noted over the last few days is that rates of rise are decreasing a little bit," she told host Elyn Jones on CBC Radio's Yukon Morning on Tuesday.

Yukon Southern Lakes residents in 'emergency mode' as water levels rise

Yukon Southern Lakes residents in 'emergency mode' as water levels rise

Residents in Yukon's Southern Lakes region are bracing for the worst as water levels continue to creep dangerously high. Thousands of sandbags have been filled, and other measures are being taken to minimize any potential damage. In Bennett Lake, Tagish Lake and Marsh Lake water levels rose about 10 centimetres or more in the last 24 hours, according to a Yukon government flood warning issued for the area on Tuesday.

Water levels on Lake Ontario in Cobourg rise above 2017 flood level

Water levels on Lake Ontario in Cobourg rise above 2017 flood level

As of Wednesday morning, water levels on Lake Ontario at Cobourg exceeded those seen in the historic 2017 flood. According to Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the water level at Cobourg is 75.92 metres above sea level. At its highest in 2017, the level was 75.88 metres above sea level. “We’re approximately 40 centimetres above normal,” Cobourg Mayor John Henderson said. “With the rain we got this week, I expect that 40 centimetres will be higher, approaching 60 centimetres.”