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Publication Date: April 20, 2026 - 11:01

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Ottawa River expected to peak this week at major flooding levels

April 20, 2026

The Ottawa River is expected to stop rising for now in the Ottawa-Gatineau area by the middle of the week, according to the latest forecasts. Fort-Coulonge, Que., has declared a state of emergency.



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