The Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority is warning high winds could lead to some rough waves and minor flooding along the Lake Erie shoreline in the coming days.
A strong wind warning has been issued by Environment Canada for Lake Erie with southwest gusts over 60 km/h possible Sunday and sustained winds between 30 to 35 km/h on Monday.
The wind will drive waves onto the shoreline in Chatham-Kent and Elgin County. According to the conservation authority, waves could be so strong they could damage the shoreline and cause erosion and flooding in low lying areas. Erie Shore Drive in Chatham-Kent is the area most likely to be affected as it will be exposed to direct wind and wave action over the next two days.
No serious flooding is expected.
People are advised to take extra caution and avoid the shoreline for the time being. Hazardous debris from the water could be thrown to shore due to the waves, the conservation authority said.
