Several streets closed in Walkerton because of flooding

Walking along Riverside Drive in Ottawa South on Wednesday, Apr. 9, 2014. Water extremely high. (Sandi Coy/MyNews)

Heavy rainfall has made the Saugeen River to crest its banks and flood streets in the town of Walkerton.

The affected streets are:

Detour signs are in place to keep traffic off Yonge Street North.

Motorists are asked to respect the closure and avoid the affected roads.

Parents are asked to keep children away from the riverbanks.