Snow Survey Readings for December 16, 2024
The snowpack across the watershed is dense and is expected to melt with the above freezing temperatures forecast for today (Dec 16) and tomorrow, combined with approximately 10 mm of rain overnight. Last week’s Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Outlook remains in place through Wednesday when temperatures are forecast to return to below freezing.
MoreFlood Outlook - Watershed Conditions Statement
A Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook has been issued for the NBMCA jurisdiction, according to the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA).
“The low-density snowpack across the watershed will experience melting with warm temperatures today and again early next week,” stated Angela Mills, NBMCA Flood Duty Officer. “While widespread flooding is not expected, flooding may occur in flood-prone and low-lying areas.”
MoreSnow Survey Readings for December 2, 2024
Even though the snowfall in our area is lighter compared to areas further south, North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA) is reporting the first snow survey of the 2024-2025 season. NBMCA measures snow depth and water content as part of its Flood Forecasting and Warning Program.
“Average snow depth for all sites is 4.6 cm (normal) and average water equivalence is 12.0 mm (normal),” said Angela Mills, NBMCA Water Resources Specialist. In 2023, the average snow depth for the three sites was 11.1 cm and water equivalence was 22.3 mm at this time of year” she added.
MoreLow Water Level 1 Condition
Due to lower than normal precipitation and streamflow, Low Water Level 1 Condition has been confirmed for the NBMCA jurisdiction, according to the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA).
“We have experienced drier than normal conditions since the end of July. The lack of rainfall has led to low streamflow across the watershed,” stated Angela Mills, NBMCA Duty Officer. “Water levels and streamflow are generally lowest in August and rise through the autumn, but this year, they have continued to drop.”
MoreMany gathered for the official opening of Miskwaadesi Amphitheatre
North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre and North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority hosted the official opening of Miskwaadesi Amphitheatre yesterday.
MoreBear Sighting at Laurier Woods Conservation Area
Attention! A bear was spotted this afternoon in the parking lot at the Brule Street entrance to Laurier Woods Conservation Area.
MoreFlood Outlook Statement issued July 16, 2024
A Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook has been issued for the NBMCA jurisdiction, according to the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA).
MoreFlood Watch (North Bay urban creeks) and Watershed Conditions Statement: Flood Outlook (elsewhere) - June 21, 2024
(North Bay June 21, 2024). A Flood Watch has been issued for the urban creeks in the City of North Bay and a Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Outlook has been issued for other areas of the North Bay-Mattawa watershed, according to the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority (NBMCA).
More2024 MATTAWA RIVER CANOE RACE A SUCCESS! THREE RECORDS BROKEN!
Fifty-nine teams from across the province and a few from out of province and even one paddler from out of country participated in North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority’s Mattawa River Canoe Race presented by Susan Weiskopf, Senior Financial Planner - IG. Paddlers launched from Olmsted Beach, North Bay and made their way through the 64 km trek, five mandatory portages and average water levels to Mattawa Island, competing for the top spot in the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority’s race.
More105 paddlers in North Bay to race in the Mattawa River Canoe Race
One hundred and five paddlers in 59 canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards will be leaving Olmsted Beach in the early morning of Saturday, June 8 in the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority’s Mattawa River Canoe Race presented by Susan Weiskopf, Senior Financial Planner, IG.
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