Lack of rain has big impact on Waterford ponds

Local authorities say hot and dry conditions have led to noticeably low water levels in the Waterford Ponds.

Hot and dry conditions have led to noticeably low water levels in the Waterford ponds, say local officials.

Recommended Videos Norfolk County and the Long Point Region Conservation Authority (LPRCA) are actively collaborating to monitor and address the situation, said a release issued Friday. In August, the LPRCA put the entire Long Point region watershed under a Level 1 Low Water Advisory based on reduced rainfall and stream flows. The advisory cites reduced rainfall and stream flows as factors for ‘lower-than-normal’ water levels. The LPRCA also noted natural obstructions, such as beaver dams, can reduce or slow water flow into the ponds. People on social media hav