The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) has upgraded its flood watch to a warning for the Municipality of Lakeshore.
ERCA says so far the geographic area east of the Belle River is the most impacted area with drains and creeks flowing full with many spilling into adjacent lands.
Forecasts are still predicting significant additional rainfall. With the now saturated ground conditions, any additional rainfall will exacerbate the current issues.
All other areas remain under a watch with all advisories expected to be in effect until Saturday at noon.
People are encouraged to take extra caution and avoid areas where flooding is occurring as well as rivers, streams, and shoreline areas during significant rainfall and wind events.
The combination of slippery banks and fast-moving water can be dangerous.
Standing water can also present its own unseen hazards. Children, pets, and livestock should be kept away from flowing or standing water.
Earlier Friday, Environment Canada issued a rainfall warning.