Flood outlook statement

The North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority has issued a Water Conditions-Flood Outlook statement.

Duty Officer Joel Harrison says water levels will continue to rise due to run off from recent precipitation and melting snow.

He says serious flooding is not expected but this statement means there is potential for flooding if there of heavy rain, snow melt or high winds.

Harrison says the conservation authority will continue to monitor the situation.

Meantime, the recent thaw has brought on the annual pothole patrol in the city of North Bay.

City officials took to social media Wednesday to report that crews were dealing with plenty of drainage issues and to reminder drivers to watch out for potholes.

That brought on plenty of feedback on social media with a portion of Marshall Avenue described as a ‘war zone’.

Councillor Tanya Vrebosch pointed out crews were going to fill the potholes and the roadway has been marked for reconstruction.

She says people can contact public works if potholes re-appear.