The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry has declared a flood outlook for Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District in effect until Thursday, July 27.
Water levels and river flows are significantly higher than normal for this time of year. Lower-lying portions of known flood-prone areas and shoreline infrastructure such as docks, boathouses, and beaches may be impacted to various degrees as lake and river levels are anticipated to increase and remain high for the next several days.
Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Outlook
A flood outlook gives early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high winds or other conditions.
Boat Safety
Boaters are advised to be cautious if traveling on local waterways. Boat traffic during high water conditions can cause damage to shorelines and to shoreline property with vessel wakes. High water levels and fast river flows can be hazardous to boaters, swimmers or people on or close to the water.
Be prepared
Review and update your 72-hour emergency kit and ensure it has all of the items you and your family need to sustain themselves for at least three days. Download and register for the Voyent Alert app to receive location-based notifications directly to your home phone, mobile and/or email.
For more information on emergency preparedness, visit bracebridge.ca/emergencypreparedness.
