High streamflow advisory for North Saskatchewan River

Due to the heavy rainfall this week, the North Saskatchewan River could be on the rise.

According to a media release, the Government of Saskatchewan has announced the Water Security Agency has issued a high streamflow advisory within the province.

It is stated in the release widespread flooding is not expected but stakeholders near the river should take precautions.

“A large low-pressure system has resulted in a significant portion of the basin located upstream of Edmonton receiving 40-60 mm of rainfall thus far, with additional accumulations expected today,” the statement read.

They explained based on the forecast flow of 1,600 cubic metres per second is expected at the Saskatchewan Alberta border on May 26 or 27. It will reach Prince Albert on May 30 or 31 and the Battlefords on May 28.

The water levels on average are expected to increase two metres at Prince Albert and 1.6 metres in the Battlefords.