May 19, 2004

The rainstorm crossing southern Manitoba today will not be producing the heavy rain forecast yesterday. Rain amounts are expected to be less than 10 millimetres. Today’s rain will have little effect on river levels.

Red River

·         Levels of the Red River rose about half a foot over the past 24 hours. The crest is now in the Emerson area and should reach Winnipeg this Friday or Saturday.

·         Additional rises on the Red River will be less than one foot.

·         There will be no operation of the Red River Floodway since today’s rainfall will be light and further rises of the Red River will be minimal.

Roseau River

·         Levels of the Roseau River have changed little in the past 24 hours. It appears that crests from the U.S. run-off may be lower than expected.

Other Streams

Many streams in southeastern Manitoba are running at above average levels but are expected to remain within banks unless heavy rain develops in the next few weeks. While fields are generally wet, additional rain expected on the Victoria Day long weekend is unlikely to create flooding problems.

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