Watershed Conditions – Safety Bulletin – Thames River and local watercourses – February 28, 2021 – 10:15 AM

Highlights: • Mild temperatures in the forecast today with daytime highs up to 10 C and up 5 mm of rain. • Water levels on many local watercourses rose yesterday and overnight, some reaching back full conditions or spilling out […]

Watershed Conditions – Safety Bulletin – Thames River and local watercourses – February 27, 2021 – 12:00 AM

Highlights: • Mild temperatures in the forecast for the next few days with daytime highs up to 10 C and up 10 mm of rain. • Water levels on local watercourses may rise but general flooding is not predicted over […]

“Conservation Authority Budget Approved for 2021 ” LTVCA Holds Annual General Meeting

LTVCA watershed – The Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority (LTVCA) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on February 25 via Zoom.  The meeting was also livestreamed on the LTVCA’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Df1DgNeDOJg. Trevor Thompson was elected as Chair and Linda […]

McGregor and Jeannettes Creek Phosphorus Reduction Program – 2021 Continuation

Chatham-Kent – The Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority (LTVCA) is excited to announce the continuation of the McGregor and Jeannettes Creek Phosphorus Reduction Program into 2021.  The purpose of the project is to improve soil health and reduce the amount […]

Livestream LTVCA’s AGM on Feb. 25 at 1 pm

Flood Warning – Erie Shore Drive – February 4, 2021 – 11:45 PM

Highlights: • There is currently flooding along Erie Shore Drive in Chatham-Kent, with water already on the road in one spot. • All non-essential traffic should avoid the area to ensure emergency services can access the area if required. • […]

Flood Watch – Lake Erie shoreline, Erie Shore Dr. – February 4, 2021 – 12:45 PM

Highlights: • Gale Warning and Freezing Spray Warning in effect for Western Lake Erie. • Strong southerly winds predicted this evening and Friday, possibly into Saturday morning. • Risk of shoreline damage and erosion all along the Lake Erie shoreline, […]

LTVCA Soil Health Program – Supporting Farmers to Protect Watershed Soil

Chatham-Kent – The Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority is pleased to announce the launch of the Soil Health Program across the watershed.  This Conservation Authority-wide initiative will support farmers interested in improving their soil health by providing financial incentives to […]

Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority Celebrates 60 Years of Conservation!

Lower Thames Valley Watershed and Region – The Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority (LTVCA) recognizes its 60th year in conservation today!  Mark Peacock – CAO and Secretary-Treasurer of the LTVCA states “From generation to generation, the people of the Lower […]

Shoreline Condition Statement – Flood Outlook – Lake Erie Shoreline – January 30, 2021 – 2:00 PM

Highlights: • Moderate east winds this evening becoming strong northeast winds on Sunday. • Risk of shoreline damage and erosion all along the Lake Erie shoreline, including the high bluffs. • Some risk of flooding in low-lying shoreline areas, including […]