Norfolk County is urging anyone who doesn’t have to be along the lakeshore Monday to leave the area before strong winds cause extreme flooding.

Flooding is expected to impact a number of communities, including Port Dover, Turkey Point, Long Point and Port Rowan.

Those who don’t leave risk being stranded at their cottage or home when area roads become impassable.

The Long Point Region Conservation Authority is predicting significant lakeshore flooding by midday Monday, caused by southwest winds in excess of 60km per hour.  The Conservation Authority notes that lake levels are currently about 35 to 40cm higher than they were during the wind events in October and November of last year.

Travellers are reminded to obey road closure signs, and to not walk or drive through floodwaters, as they can be deeper than they appear.

Water levels can rise quickly, so exercise extreme caution when travelling. Driving through flooded streets also creates a wake that can cause issues for adjacent homes and businesses.

Listen to Country 107.3 to stay up to date with the forecast on Monday. Stay prepared by monitoring flood forecasts and warnings posted by the Long Point Region Conservation Authority.

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