Steady Brook issues advisory about river levels rising and heavy rainfall expected this evening

    Wednesday, 24 June 2026 13:39

    By Tonya Organ

    Pixabay photo credit ri1yad

    Deer Lake Power has also advised that it may initiate a controlled release of water at the Main Dam which may increase the water levels in the Lower Humber.

    Water resources issued a high river flow advisory for parts of Western and Central Newfoundland.

    High River Flow Advisory: River levels are rising or expected to rise rapidly, however, no major flooding is expected. Minor flooding in low-lying areas is possible. Anyone situated near the river affected is advised to be cautious of the rising levels.

    Heavy rainfall of more than 10 mm/hr is expected this evening between 4:30 pm on Wednesday July 24th and 2:30 am on Thursday July 25th over parts of Western and Central Newfoundland which could contribute to flash flooding.

    Deer Lake Power has also advised that it may initiate a controlled release of water at the Main Dam which may increase the water levels in the Lower Humber.

    Rivers where high river flows may be of concern:

    • Humber River
    • Steady Brook
    • Corner Brook Stream
    • Exploits River

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