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Blog: Boxing Day Hiking

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Post published:December 22, 2017
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Boxing Day Hiking Posted December 22, 2017 Need to work off that big Christmas meal? Why not grab your friends & family and head out for a winter hike! Before…

Blog: Sustainable Christmas Ideas

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Post published:December 12, 2017
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Sustainable Christmas Ideas Posted December 12, 2017 The holiday season is in full swing! Why not make your Christmas extra "green" this year by considering sustainable gifts and practices. There…

Gypsy Moth Ceterpillar

Blog: Gypsy Moth & Fall Cankerworm

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Post published:November 7, 2017
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Gypsy Moth & Fall Cankerworm Posted November 7, 2017 HCA ecology staff, along with Steve Robinson, Project Manager of the City of Hamilton forestry staff hosted a Gypsy Moth &…

"Groundhog Hill" in Autumn

Blog: Fall in love with HCA

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Post published:October 13, 2017
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Fall in love with HCA Posted October 13, 2017 Ah yes - there's a crispness in the air, the leaves are changing colours and it's the perfect weather to enjoy…

Blog: Boxing Day Hiking

Blog: Sustainable Christmas Ideas

Blog: Gypsy Moth & Fall Cankerworm

Blog: Fall in love with HCA

Current Water Levels

Water Level Explanations

Flood Status Explanations

	Normal Generally indicates low flow to base flow conditions. It should be noted that during Normal flow conditions, the inherent risk to personal safety associated with flowing water still exists.
	Level 1 Flows are below 70 percent of their normal summer low flow. Water users are asked to reduce their consumption by 10 per cent.
	Level 2 Flows are below 50 percent of their normal summer low flow. Water users are asked to reduce their consumption by 20 per cent.
	Level 3 Flows are below 30 percent of their normal summer low flow and there is potential for economic harm to water takers and/or significant harm to the ecosystem. The Water Response Team may ask the province to impose mandatory restrictions on those holding Permits to Take Water.

	Normal No flood conditions exist.
	Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety High flows, unsafe banks, melting ice or other factors that could be dangerous for recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, children, pets, etc. Flooding is not expected.
	Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook Early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.
	Flood Watch Flooding is possible in specific watercourses or municipalities. Municipalities, emergency services and individual landowners in flood-prone areas should prepare.
	Flood Warning Flooding is imminent or already occurring in specific watercourses or municipalities. Municipalities and individuals should take action to deal with flood conditions. This may include road closures and evacuations.