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For Wednesday January 5, 2022, this notice is intended to inform the public and local municipalities of the condition of the Lake Erie Shoreline as it relates to the Niagara Peninsula and the eastern portions of Haldimand County.
Our area is currently under a Wind Warning as issued by Environment Canada calling for strong southwest winds with potential gusts approaching 90km/hr beginning this afternoon. These strong southwest winds will increase water levels and waves along the Lake Erie Shoreline.
The Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry predict that Lake Erie water levels will increase by 90cm (2.9 feet) above current levels to an elevation of approximately 175.7m at Port Colborne and Fort Erie. Moderate wave heights of 1.6m (5.3 feet) are also forecast to occur during this time. The water level is expected to peak around 7:00pm tonight.
Residents living along Lake Erie should pay close attention to water levels and waves in their area and are urged stay away from the shoreline of Lake Erie during this event. Increased erosion and flooding due to the storm surge and strong waves is likely. Residents are advised to shut storm shutters and flood-proof low lying openings in their homes.
The NPCA will continue to monitor these conditions and will issue further messages as required. Information on the Flood Status in the watershed and water levels within the Great Lakes and streams can be found on the NPCA’s website at:
https://npca.ca/stream-flow-monitoring
This notice is in effect until noon, Thursday January 6, 2022, and will be updated as required.
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