Kettle Falls dam at Namakan Lake/File photo
At least one area water body is now higher than it was in 2014.
The International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board says Namakan Lake has now exceeded its 2014 high water mark.
It is now sitting almost ten centimeter above that mark.
Rainy Lake is currently 30 centimetres off its 2014 mark but with more rain in the forecast, the lake’s level is expected to remain high this month.
Environment Canada is suggesting the Rainy River District could receive another 10 to 22 mm of rain today.
Dams at both lakes have been operating wide open all this month to alleviate some of the pressure.
A warning to boaters who may be making runs to check on their cabins.
There are reports of floating debris and other navigational hazards to be aware of.
Some of the debris includes pieces of dock that have broken free due to the high waters.
Boaters are advised to watch their speed when travelling near the shoreline.
A boater’s wake can cause further erosion of the shoreline and damage to docks and other structures.
Volunteers are now wanted to help bag sand.
The town of Fort Frances is bagging sand at its public works yard on Wright Avenue N. from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Couchiching First Nation will resume sandbagging operations at its band office starting at 10 a.m. topthis morning.
The Heron Land Golf Course is also looking for people.
You meet at the clubhouse starting at 10 as well.
