There is a moderate risk of spring flooding along the Saskatchewan and Carrot Rivers, and water levels depend heavily on how much water is released from Tobin Lake in Saskatchewan, with Manitoba working closely with Saskatchewan to manage this.

 

This information comes from the Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure Hydrologic Forecast Centre in a release from last week.

 

There is also a chance that ice jams could cause flooding along the Saskatchewan, Carrot, and Swan Rivers.

 

The Manitoba government, local authorities, and the Manitoba Emergency Management Organization are working together to support planning and response efforts.

 

This includes reviewing emergency plans, sharing up-to-date information, offering training, preparing resources, and holding regular meetings.

 

They are also working closely with other organizations, including those supporting First Nations and northern communities, and will send out emergency alerts if needed.

 

It is noted that conditions can change quickly along rivers in the spring, which is why being prepared and practicing safety as ice melts is essential.