News Releases

HAMILTON, ON - With heavy rain, strong winds and possible freezing rain in the forecast this weekend, the City of Hamilton is preparing to respond to potential flooding, downed trees, icy roads or other hazardous conditions. The City is also reminding residents to take steps to prevent flooding in and around their homes, and be cautious around all bodies of water. City crews are working proactively to clear catch basins and inspect flooding hot spots across Hamilton, and the City is providing the following tips for residents to reduce the risk of flooding:

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton has temporarily repaired and reopened the Waterfront Trail between the Dejardins Canal floating bridge and Princess Point. Recreational sports (cycling and roller blading) will not be permitted through this section as it contains a temporary granular surface until water levels subside. Residents should use the trail with caution.

HAMILTON, ON – With warm weather and rain in the forecast over the coming days, the City of Hamilton is reminding residents to take steps to prevent flooding in and around their homes, and be cautious around all bodies of water. As well, there is the potential for flooding along Hamilton’s waterfront areas due to the combination of already higher than average lake levels and significant rain in the forecast.

HAMILTON, ON – With warmer weather in the forecast over the coming days, the City of Hamilton is reminding residents to take steps to prevent flooding in and around their homes, and be cautious around frozen or moving water. Tips to reduce the risk of flooding City crews are working proactively to clear catch basins and inspect flooding hot spots across the city, and the City is providing the following tips for residents to reduce the risk of flooding:

HAMILTON, ON – May 25, 2017 - In the interest of public safety, access to the piers below the Burlington Lift Bridge has been fenced off. Extremely high water levels and wind have created a safety hazard in the area with waves submerging the concrete piers and producing very slippery and potentially dangerous conditions. The Breezeway Trail leading to the piers on the Hamilton side remains open. Residents are reminded to be cautious around all bodies of water, and be aware of possible hazards caused by rain and winds. 

HAMILTON, ON - May 1, 2017 – With more wet and windy weather in the forecast over the coming days, the City of Hamilton is reminding residents to be cautious around watercourses and to take steps to prevent flooding in and around their homes. Home owners with properties close to Lake Ontario should be extra vigilant given the unusually high water levels and potential for indoor flooding.

HAMILTON, ON - April 21, 2017 - Due to the significant rainfall event yesterday, the City of Hamilton experienced substantial localized flooding throughout several areas across the city overnight. Most of the flooded areas have subsided, but some areas are still under water. Crews are continuing to respond to the flooding and are working to clear blocked catch basins, inlets and outlets to encourage proper drainage. City staff and contractors will be out cleaning up and clearing debris throughout the day today and into the weekend as necessary.