Media Release
Flood Warning in Effect for Huntsville – April 19 Update
(Huntsville, ON) – As flood conditions continue to evolve, the Town is actively monitoring local water levels, waterways, flood situations, and road conditions. Many areas in the Huntsville community are experiencing flooding, and we advise residents to take caution when travelling, to stay clear of flooded areas, and obey all signage.
"Over the past ten days, we have seen flooding throughout our community that has and continues to impact residents and businesses and affect our roads and parks,” says Huntsville Mayor Nancy Alcock. “I want to applaud the community for their resiliency and thank Town staff for the work they are doing to keep the community safe and updated on the situation. While the forecast looks to be in our favour, we need to continue to take precautions and be aware that conditions could change at any moment. I urge you to please stay safe as we get through this together.”
The Town is strongly advising property owners and businesses in flood-prone and low-lying areas throughout Huntsville, especially in the downtown core, and in Port Sydney to take precautionary measures to protect and secure their property in anticipation of additional forecasted rainfall that will flow through the water system this weekend.
Residents are advised that properties in flooded areas using well water should assume the water is not safe to drink. For flooding resources visit the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit website at www.simcoemuskokahealth.org.
Residents are strongly advised 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.
Public Works crews will be prioritizing flood response for the duration of the event and are continuing to assess and repair damaged roads. Residents should obey all posted road closure signs and barricades. Do not attempt to drive through flooded roadways. Even shallow water can be dangerous and may hide washouts or debris.
Sandbag materials
The Town continues to replenish sand and sandbag materials. These are 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
Parks and Trails Closures:
Please obey posted signage, fencing and barricades placed at parks and on trails affected by flooding and high water.
The following locations are closed:
- Town Dock Park
- Hunter’s Bay Trail
- Indian landing
- Avery Beach
- Goodwin Park
- Brunel Locks
- Riverview Park
- Rowe Dock
- Buck Lake
- Hutcheson Beach
Road closures:
- John Street: Closed between Boston Pizza and Cann Street (access to businesses remain open)
- Cann Street
- 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):
- South Drive
- Harp Lake Road at Ena Drive
- Old Muskoka Road
- Sam English Road
- Whitehouse Road
- Rockhaven Road
- Glen Acres Road
- Stephenson Road 12 West
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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Town of Huntsville
37 Main St. East
Huntsville, Ontario
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Phone: 705-789-1751 option 0
Fax: 705-788-5153
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