conservation authorityThe North Bay Mattawa Conservation Authority issuing a flood outlook for the region.

They say the forecast for heavy rain this week has increased stream flows and water levels. There could by 20 to 50 millimeters of rain hitting the area through Tuesday.

Staff will monitor the situation and they ask residents to watch closely for conditions to change over the next few days.

Parents are encouraged to keep children and pets away from watercourses and off water bodies.