State of Emergency Declared: Stay Home

The District of Muskoka has declared a State of Emergency in response to a severe ice storm that swept through the District from March 28 to 30, causing widespread power outages, downed trees and hydro lines, and hazardous road conditions.

➡️ Residents are urged to stay home and off the roads. Many roads are blocked or reduced to one lane with crews reporting actively falling trees and live hydro lines.
➡️ Travelling could leave you stranded, and emergency services may be delayed.

Recommendations from the OPP:
Beware of falling trees and power lines. For non-emergencies involving downed power lines, contact Hydro One at 1-800-434-1235. Only call 911 for life-threatening emergencies.

Stay safe and keep your 72-hour kits in mind.

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Ministry Issues Flood Watch for All Watersheds in the District Until April 2

March 27, 2025

*Update March 28, 2025*

For the latest update, please view Flood Warning In Effect Until April 4

The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) – Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District is advising area residents that a Flood Watch bulletin is in effect for all watersheds in the District until Wednesday, April 02, 2025.

Residents should expect water levels to increase: the potential for flooding exists.

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.

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Township of Lake of Bays
1012 Dwight Beach Rd
Dwight, ON P0A 1H0
705-635-2272
1-877-566-0005

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