The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has extended the Flood Warning for Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District until Wednesday, April 29 for the Muskoka River Watershed and Black River.
The MNR is closely monitoring the weather and developing watershed conditions. For more information on flood updates, visit the Flood Forecasting and Warning Program website or contact the Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District Water Team via email at [email protected].
Operations Update
Public Works crews continue to monitor known flood prone areas. Residents are reminded not to move any pylons or barriers in flooded areas and to be safe around all bodies of water. Flood water is moving rapidly, and these barriers are there to ensure community safety.
Several road closures and cautions remain in effect, please obey all onsite signage and barriers. The Ontario Provincial Police are assisting with enforcing road closures in several areas.
Town of Bracebridge parks, trails and boat launches remain closed and are not maintained during the off season. If you are visiting, please use extreme caution and use at your own risk. Recreational boating is not advised.
Please be reminded that the Town does not service private roads. Please use extreme caution.
Road and water safety
The Town is aware of increased traffic to local roads and waterfalls to view the impacts of the ongoing flood. Please be respectful of the fact that many community members continue to be affected and are working hard to protect their property.
Excessive road and water traffic can cause more damage to roads, property and shorelines, causing adverse impacts to the flood mitigation procedures homeowners have in place. Please obey all road closures and limit traffic to affected areas.
Recreational boating is not recommended due to hazardous conditions and increased water levels. There is a significant amount of debris in the waterway which is extremely hazardous. Several local marinas are also currently being affected by flooding.
Please be advised that the George Road landing boat launch and parking lot on Lake Muskoka is flooded.
Sandbags
A supply of free sand and sandbags continue to be available for self-serve, personal use at multiple locations.
Sand and bags for filling:
- Municipal Office, 1000 Taylor Court
- 331 Fraserburg Road, Fairground parking lot on the right
Sand, bags, and filled sandbags:
- Past the intersection of Beaumont Drive and Beaumont Farm Road on the paved cul-de-sac
- George Road Landing, 1006 Sandbar Lane, at the commercial dock area
Sandbags can be placed around lower-level doors and windows to help prevent water from entering a home, or around propane tanks or other vulnerable infrastructure. Private contractors can also provide additional resources and support if necessary.
Thank you to the many community groups and municipal partners who have helped fill sandbags for the community.
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