Lake Simcoe

• Off-road vehicle falls through ice on Lake Simcoe, 3 people rescued

  An off-road vehicle fell through the ice between Beaverton and Brechin on the east side of Lake Simcoe. Occupants of the vehicle called 911 and were rescued, police say.

  Fire

  Jan 31
  
• Vehicle lands in Lake Simcoe, one occupant killed, man from Mississauga injured

  Orillia OPP say one man was killed and another was injured after a crash sent a passenger vehicle into Lake Simcoe late Friday night.

  Crime

  Dec 16, 2023
  
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• City of Barrie issues swim advisory for Centennial Beach

  Based on water sample results from Monday, the city says the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has recommended that a swim advisory be posted for Centennial Beach.

  Health

  Aug 15, 2023
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• 2 people rescued after float-plane crash in Lake Simcoe

  Two people were rescued from Lake Simcoe late Monday after emergency crews say a float-plane capsized while trying to take off in Ramara Township, Ont.

  Canada

  Aug 1, 2023
• Rain in the forecast could lead to floods in some parts of Lake Simcoe area

  Significant rainfall is forecast for Tuesday in portions of the Lake Simcoe watershed, with predicted rainfall accumulations of 30 to 50 millimetres.

  Weather

  Jun 27, 2023
• Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority warns of potential flooding amid heavy rain

  The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority warns that heavy rain in the forecast could lead to flooding in some areas of the Lake Simcoe watershed starting Monday.

  Weather

  Jun 12, 2023
• Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority warns of potential flooding

  The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority is warning that the warmer weather and rainfall expected Friday could lead to dangerous waterways and potential flooding.

  Weather

  Mar 16, 2023
• Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority warns of potential flooding Thursday

  The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority is warning that the warmer weather and expected rainfall Thursday could lead to some flooding.

  Environment

  Feb 9, 2023
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• Thunderstorms and possible flooding expected for the Barrie area Monday

  Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the Barrie area, with thunderstorms and heavy rainfall expected Monday.

  Weather

  Sep 26, 2022
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• Mississauga man, 54, drowns after falling into Lake Simcoe; another person rescued

  Neither person was wearing a life-jacket, OPP say.

  Canada

  Aug 19, 2022