MNR issues Watershed Conditions Statement for the area

The Ministry of Natural Resources has issued a Water Safety Bulletin for our area.

Officials say it will impact residents within the MNR Bracebridge Minden Parry Sound District.

The MNR says the Parry Sound-Muskoka area received approximately 25 to 30mm of rain on top of snow, producing significant runoff into local rivers and lakes.

Lake water levels in certain areas have increased above the normal operating zone.

In addition, due to unseasonably warm weather and rapidly changing conditions, MNR advises residents to exercise extreme caution concerning ice conditions.  

“Residents and visitors should exercise caution while around waterbodies and maintain close supervision of children and pets,” share officials.

They add residents that have been affected by high water and flow conditions in the past should continue take necessary action to protect/secure any vulnerable property in proximity to rivers and lakes and closely monitor developing conditions and regularly check for updated messages.

Lower-lying portions of known flood-prone areas may be impacted to various degrees.  

The ministry is closely monitoring the weather and developing watershed conditions. Further updates will be issued as appropriate.