Media Release
Flood Warning in Effect for Huntsville - April 16 Update
(Huntsville, ON) - The Ministry of Natural Resources’ (MNR) Flood Warning continues for the District of Muskoka until April 22, 2026.
The Town is strongly advising property owners and businesses in flood prone and low-lying areas throughout the community but specifically in the downtown core, to take the necessary precautions to protect and secure their property in anticipation of additional forecasted rainfall that will flow through the water system.
Residents are reminded to stay clear of flooded areas, fast-moving water and any spring ice (no ice is safe ice). Parents and guardians are also advised to remind children to stay clear of open waters, creeks, and rivers.
Flooding on some roads is occurring, and signage and barricades have been put in place. Do not attempt to drive through flooded roadways. Even shallow water can be dangerous and may hide washouts or debris. Obey all posted road closure signs and barricades.
Sandbag materials
The Town has made sandbag materials available 24/7 for residents to fill at the following locations (please bring your own shovel):
- Active Living Centre – Upper parking lot, 20 Park Drive, Huntsville
- Port Sydney Fire Department – 387 S Mary Lake Road, Port Sydney
Road closures:
- Old North Road from civic address 137 to Fowlers Road
- Silver Sands Road at civic address 58
- Dyer Memorial Road
Road cautions (water on road):
- Harp Lake Road at Ena Drive
- Old Muskoka Road
- Sam English Road
- Whitehouse Road
- Rockhaven Road
- Glen Acres Road
- Stephenson Road 12 West
Public Works crews will be prioritizing flood response for the duration of the event and are out assessing and repairing damaged roads.
The Town of Huntsville and MNR Officials will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as required. Residents are encouraged to monitor local media outlets, the MNR and the Town of Huntsville website for updates. Floodplain maps are available on the District of Muskoka's website.
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