High Flow Advisory for the North Saskatchewan River
Graph from the Water Security Agency website (25 June 2026).
The Water Security Agency (WSA) has issued a High Flow Advisory for the North Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan River systems.
Significant rainfall in Alberta over the past week has increased river flows, which are expected to raise water levels near Prince Albert by nearly two metres by June 27, 2026. Flows are anticipated to increase from roughly 450 cubic metres per second (m³/s) to 1,500 m³/s. Flows may remain elevated for an extended period due to forecasted precipitation across the basin.
Residents are advised to:
- Stay out of the water.
- Stay away from low-lying and riverbank areas until water levels recede.
- Refrain from allowing pets near the river.
- Keep watercraft off the river due to fast-moving water and increased debris.
These rapidly changing water levels and flow velocities create dangerous and unpredictable conditions and pose a serious public safety risk. For up-to-date river levels in Prince Albert, visit bit.ly/3XIgwr7.
Due to increased river flow, Water Treatment Plant operational staff are closely monitoring incoming raw water quality and making necessary adjustments to treatment processes to ensure residents continue to receive high-quality drinking water.
WSA will continue monitoring conditions and will provide updates as needed. For more information, visit wsask.ca or call 1.866.727.5420.
For more information, please contact:
Kris Olsen
Fire Chief
Prince Albert Fire Department
306-953-4200
