Some flood conditions in Huntsville remain active; however, water levels throughout the area are continuing to decrease.
The Town will continue to monitor local water levels, waterways, flooded areas, and road conditions as the Flood Warning from the Ministry of Natural Resources remains in effect until Wednesday, April 29.
Works crews are managing roads impacted by flooding, and regular maintenance activities are ongoing. Residents can expect to see operations crews filling potholes and conducting street sweeping activities over the coming weeks.
For updates on road closures and openings, please visit Municipal511.
The District of Muskoka has launched their Flood Debris Program. Find the details on the District’s Spring Flood website page.
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
Used sandbag disposal
As water recedes, residents and businesses are reminded that sandbags are considered contaminated waste. Huntsville residents can drop off used sandbags at the Madill Yard (169 Madill Church Road, Huntsville), Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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.
From the Town of Huntsville
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Why are sandbags contaminated waste? That makes no sense. And don’t forget the water soaked bags will be heavier than when you put them down dry.