Muskoka Flooding

• Ontario spends over $4M to further protect Muskoka River Watershed from flooding, severe weather

  The province is funding 16 projects as part of its initial $5-million commitment to the Muskoka Watershed Conservation and Management Initiative.

  Environment

  Apr 20, 2021
  
• Ontario cottage country continues flood recovery efforts ahead of Victoria Day long weekend

  Several Muskoka municipalities that grappled with flooding emergencies over the past few weeks are continuing their recovery efforts as cottagers flock to the district for the Victoria Day long weekend.

  Environment

  May 17, 2019
  
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• Simcoe Muskoka health unit lifts drinking water advisory

  The health unit is recommending that after water levels decline, all residents with private water supplies assess their wells and surface water intake.

  Health

  May 16, 2019
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• Muskoka Lakes lifts flooding state of emergency

  Navigation restrictions for Lake Muskoka, the Moon River and the north and south branches of the Muskoka River were also lifted on Tuesday.

  Environment

  May 15, 2019
• Navigation restrictions lifted for Muskoka

  People are now able to travel on Lake Muskoka, the Moon River and the north and south branches of the Muskoka River due to improved safety conditions.

  Environment

  May 15, 2019
• Ontario’s disaster recovery program activated for Muskoka Lakes

  On Tuesday, the Ontario government activated its program that will provide financial assistance to those affected by flooding in Muskoka Lakes.

  May 14, 2019
• Bracebridge lifts flooding state of emergency

  Bracebridge lifted its state of emergency Monday morning as the town continues its recovery from historic flooding that started at the end of April.

  Environment

  May 13, 2019
• Simcoe Muskoka health unit warns used sandbags could be contaminated

  According to the health unit, sandbags may be contaminated with oil-based or fuel products, hazardous chemicals, salt, sewage or septic waste.

  Environment

  May 9, 2019
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• Some areas in Muskoka beginning recovery from floods

  Huntsville and parts of Bracebridge have begun to clean up after the flooding, however Muskoka Lakes remains in the response stage.

  Environment

  May 8, 2019
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• Weather alert issued for Muskoka, Parry Sound

  According to a statement, total rainfall amounts of 20 to 40 millimetres are possible.

  Weather

  May 8, 2019