Hiking Tips: River Crossing Safety

River crossings can be deceptively hazardous. Even a very shallow, swiftly-flowing body of water can pack enough force to 'skittle' the unwary. If you cannot walk at the speed of a stick thrown into the river, or if the river is swift and above knee height, then it could be...

Belleville, Ontario Floodwaters Subside, Nearby Towns Still on Alert

Residents of the northern region of Belleville are relieved as the flood levels dropped last night, leaving many to wonder how much damage was done to their homes.As the nearby river began to melt, water levels rose as high as 4 meters over the weekend, evacuating at least 12...