A special watershed conditions statement has been issued by the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority.
It advises that there is a risk of flooding and erosion along the Lake Huron shoreline for the next few days.
Very strong winds, combined with the above-normal lake level will result in higher than normal waves hitting shoreline. That could result in minor flooding in low-lying shoreline areas, as well as increased risk of erosion to lake shore bluffs.
Residents and municipal officials are reminded to stay well back from breaking waves, and to approach top-of-bluff areas with caution, during and immediately after the storm, in case there has been any movement of the bank.
The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority will continue to monitor watershed conditions through the weekend.