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Major Ottawa River flooding can't be ruled out, board says

April 16, 2026

The board managing the Ottawa River's reservoirs says minor flooding appears to be imminent starting in Pembroke, and it cannot rule out major flooding in the next week between the Arnprior and Cumberland areas.



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