Update: District Declares Significant Weather Event | Flood Warning In Effect Until April 4
The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has issued a Flood Warning for the area. This bulletin is in effect for watersheds across the Township of Lake of Bays until Friday, April 4, 2025.
Residents should expect water levels to increase: flooding is anticipated to varying degrees as a significant three-day rainfall, freezing rain, snow pellets and snow event moves through the area.
Residents and those visiting the area are advised to be aware of current watershed conditions. Higher than normal water levels and flow conditions are anticipated to develop throughout the area and residents are reminded to keep a close watch on weather conditions, regularly check for updated messages, and exercise caution near fast-moving rivers and streams.
Know what to do before, during, and after a flood to stay safe. Learn more on Ontario's Floods page.
For the latest information on flooding forecasts, visit Ontario's Flood Forecasting and Warning Program.
For more information, please read the full Watershed Conditions Statement.
The District of Muskoka Declared Significant Weather Event
The District of Muskoka has declared a Significant Weather Event for all District roads, effective 8:30 am on Saturday, Mar. 29, 2025. The declaration is due to a Freezing Rain Warning issued by Environment Canada that forecasts a major ice storm this weekend with significant ice build-up that will impact road maintenance operations across the District.
Residents are advised to avoid all unnecessary travel on District roads to ensure safety while crews work hard to clear the roads. Winter maintenance operations may take longer during this event, so please be patient and stay safe.
Additional Information
For more information visit www.muskoka.on.ca
Cancelations and Closures
- March 29, 2025: The Household Hazardous Waste event scheduled for Franklin Transfer Station in the Township of Lake of Bays, Muskoka has been cancelled.
- March 29, 2025: Both the Baysville and Dwight branches will be closed today due to the weather.
