Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA)’s Post

⚠️ Watershed Conditions Statement - Shoreline Hazard Watch ⚠️ The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority advises that the water levels in Lake Simcoe are higher than average for this time of year, due to recent rainfall and snowmelt. These higher-than-average water levels are posing a risk of flooding along the Lake Simcoe shoreline. Given the recent rainfall and current saturated conditions within the watershed, the water levels in Lake Simcoe are expected to rise further in the coming days. Lake Simcoe Water Level The water levels in Lake Simcoe are above average for this time of year and are expected to increase in response to the precipitation and inflows from rivers and streams within the system. Currently the lake level is approximately 3 centimetres higher than the average annual high-water level. The current water-level in Lake Simcoe is 219.18 m and is expected to increase. The current wind forecast indicates east winds today in a range of 20 km/hr with the wind gusts up to 40 km/hr. The forecast for the next few days ranges from 20 km/hr winds with gusts of up to 50 km/hr. There is the risk of flooding adjacent to the lake in low-lying areas due to impacts of wind and wave action, rain, and continued flows in the system. Water Safety Please exercise extreme caution around all bodies of water. Please alert any children under your care to stay away from all watercourses and other bodies of water; and supervise their activities. Residents, especially in the historically flood-prone areas, are advised to take necessary precautions to protect themselves, their pets, and their property. This Shoreline Hazard Watch will be in effect through Friday, April 11, 2025, or until otherwise updated. #LSFlood