State Of Emergency Declared In Chatham

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A state of emergency has been declared for the Erie Shore Drive area in Chatham-Kent after high water and strong winds caused flooding in this area.

Erie Shore Drive has been closed from Bissnet Line to Erieau Road.

Residents in the affected area are being asked to voluntarily evacuate. Emergency crews will be going door to door to assist with the evacuation.

Damage to the road and dike in multiple locations. Fields are filling up. #ltvca #ckont pic.twitter.com/alYBzeIed8

— Jason Homewood (@Jason_Homewood) August 27, 2019

Shelter and transportation will be available for the residents and their pets. Residents are encouraged to contact the municipality at 519-360-1998 for more information on available services.

Officials also say that due to current conditions and the possibility of continued road deterioration, the water supply in the area may be affected. Water pressure will be reduced to protect the line and the roadway in the event of a failure. The reduction in pressure will not affect drinking water quality, however, water will be regularly monitored for quality assurance. In addition, other utilities may be impacted as conditions warrant.

Lake Erie is giving us a glimpse of this year's fall storms… #ltvca #ckont pic.twitter.com/GXFnRMqbjz

— Jason Homewood (@Jason_Homewood) August 27, 2019

According to the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority, wind speeds and direction are expected to continue throughout the week and the weekend.