Posted: April 21, 2023

Flooding in the Ottawa River Watershed in 2023

Water levels have risen considerably over the past week along the main stem of the Ottawa River and many of its tributaries. This can be a challenging time for many. If you’re looking for helpful resources, we have compiled a series of links where you can learn more.

For the latest information on water levels and forecasts:

Ottawa River Regulation Planning Board

Flooding resources by region:

The following pages are a great place to start looking for information. They offer information and updates for citizens of those cities, plus general tips for flood preparedness, mitigation and emergencies. 

Connecting with other residents:

Here are some groups on Facebook where you can connect with other people dealing with the flooding directly:

What to do:

The most important thing is to stay safe. 

If water is starting to flood your house, turn off all electricity to avoid electrocution, and have an electrician certify that the power can be turned on again when water has gone away. Do not drink water from groundwater wells or surface water if you are anywhere near flooded areas. If your septic tank is flooded, do not flush your toilet, until water has gone back to normal levels.  

Please do not visit the flooded streets. You can best help by filling sandbags to protect houses or by helping clean up streets and shorelines from debris when the water has receded. 

If you spot pollution or see something that doesn’t look right on the river, you can report it to our Pollution Hotline at 1-888-953-3737 or online.

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