The Ministry of Natural Resources – Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District is advising area residents that a Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Outlook bulletin is in effect for portions of the District until Friday, May 09, 2025.
This bulletin will affect residents within the MNR Bracebridge Minden Parry Sound District for portions of the District of Parry Sound, District Municipality of Muskoka, and County of Haliburton.
Residents and those visiting the area are advised to be aware of current watershed conditions. High water levels and flow conditions exist throughout the area and residents are reminded to keep a close watch on weather conditions.
MNR also advises extreme caution when using forest access roads for outdoor activities as many are seasonally inundated with water, prone to washouts and may be impassible due to current water levels.
Residents and visitors should exercise caution while around waterbodies and maintain close supervision of children and pets.
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.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Description of Weather System
Temperatures over the next 7 days are expected to remain seasonal with daytime highs up to +17°C and nighttime lows down to +3°C with up to 13 mm of rainfall.
Description of Current Conditions
Seasonal high water flows are occurring and anticipated to continue for at least the next week or two. Flooding is possible if additional rainfall is received.
DEFINITIONS
• WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – 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.
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