Mansfield-et-Pontefract: Water levels stabilize, but vigilance remains
Mansfield-et-Pontefract: Water levels stabilize, but vigilance remains
The Municipality of Mansfield-et-Pontefract has issued an update regarding water levels on the Ottawa and Coulonge rivers, based on CPRRO data and field observations.
On the Ottawa River, the observed level is slightly down at 108.62 m, which is 1 cm lower than the previous evening. Despite this slight decrease, the level remains high and continues to be closely monitored.
On the Coulonge River, conditions are considered more stable. The CPRRO is forecasting stabilization, and a drop of approximately 6 cm has been observed at Pont Blanc since this morning. The municipality describes this trend as encouraging, while remaining cautious due to uncertainty in hydrological forecasts.
Authorities remind residents not to remove any flood protection installations, as conditions may still change rapidly.
Several roads in the area are already flooded. The municipality is asking residents to avoid entering these areas for safety reasons and out of respect for affected residents.
In the event of temporary relocation, citizens can contact the municipality for assistance with emergency housing. Emergency services remain on standby, and the public is urged to call 911 in case of immediate danger.
The municipality also reminds residents of available resources to monitor water levels in real time and notes that sandbags are accessible for residents if needed.
