Conservation authority warns of possible flooding in Essex region

Conservation authority warns of possible flooding in Essex region

The Essex Region Conservation Authority in southwestern Ontario is warning of possible flooding in the region caused by rainfall, melting snow and clogged drains.

ERCA issues watershed statement due to rain, melting snow

Milder temperatures and rain in the forecast mean melting snow.With that, the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) has issued a watershed conditions statement for Windsor-Essex.Despite the majority of the snowpack having already melted, ERCA said the runoff still needs a place to go."Some watercourses are currently filled with snow and ice. As the snow melts across the region, this runoff from the snowmelt will be directed towards these wa…