The St. Clair Region Conservation Authority has issued a water safety bulletin due to significant rainfall Thursday and Friday.
Environment Canada is tracking a Texas low-pressure system moving through Southwestern Ontario.
Current forecasts are calling for total rainfall amounts of 30 to 50 millimetres. There's also a risk of thunderstorms, which may increase rainfall amounts in localized areas.
The conservation authority said significant flooding is not expected at this time but water levels are expected to rise in local creeks and streams.
"Soils are anticipated to become saturated from the rain and could contribute to ponding, increased runoff into watercourses, and possible increased erosion and seepage issues," read the statement. "Rising water levels may spill into natural floodplain areas, parks and fields."
Individuals, children and pets are reminded to avoid area watercourses and flooded areas due to dangerous conditions, slippery banks and cold, swift moving water.
The St. Clair Region Conservation Authority includes the Sydenham River watershed and smaller watershed draining directly into southern Lake Huron, the St. Clair River and northeastern Lake St. Clair.
