Minden State of Emergency Update #8

Township of Minden Hills – Media Release
Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Media Release # 25-44
Re: Township State of Emergency Due to Ice Storm – Update #8
Hydro Update
Hydro One continues to work diligently to restore power to the 1600 remaining households still without. This work includes replacing broken hydro poles. Hydro One has over 400 field resources in our area. Crews are now trying to access hard to reach areas in challenging terrain.
No Daytime Burning Permitted
A reminder that there is no daytime burning permitted in the County. Residents can burn from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Township Administration Office
We anticipate reopening the Township Administration Office on Monday, April 14, 2025. Township staff resources have been allocated to the emergency, however, some staff resources are gradually being directed back to the Township Office, as we slowly work our way back to resuming regular services.
Warming and Information Centre
The Warming and Information Centre is now operating from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Warming Centre offers shower facilities, food, as well spots for charging devices.
Flooding and High-Water Updates
Parks Canada and the Ministry of Natural Resources has announced that water from Horseshoe Lake will be gradually released into the Gull River as part of ongoing water management efforts. As a result, water levels in the Gull River are expected to rise by approximately 10 centimeters. Parks Canada and Ministry of Natural Resources has assessed the situation and is confident that the Gull River can safely absorb this increase without any issues.
If required, sandbags and sand are available for filling at the Minden Curling Club parking lot, 50 Prentice Street. Sandbags and sand are also available for filling at the Irondale Community Centre, 1004 Line Drive Road. Water levels remain high.
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A reminder to please stay away from lakes, rivers, and streams as water is moving quickly.
Emergency Assistance Funding
Residents in extreme financial hardship due to storm impacts may be able to access emergency assistance through Ontario’s Social Assistance Programs.
An online application form is available and can be found at the following link: https://www.ontario.ca/page/apply-emergency-assistance.
Any residents who may require support filling out the application form or need access to a computer and/or internet, residents can visit a Library branch to access WiFi, computers, as well as support. A list of branches and their hours of operation can be found at: https://www.haliburtonlibrary.ca/About-Us/Branches-Hours. The John Howard Society, 14 Iga Road can also support residents with the application process. They can be reached at 705-340-8486. The Warming and Information Centre is also available as a support to residents.
Brush and Property Clean up
Please do not place brush from your private property onto the shoulder of the roads. This creates a safety hazard. Please take your brush to the Scotch Line Landfill or arrange to have it taken. The Township is currently working on supports for cleanup efforts, with details to be released at a later date.
To support Minden Hills residents in cleanup efforts after the recent ice storm, we are waiving disposal fees until further notice. Brush will be accepted at the Scotch Line Landfill only during this time, as this site can accommodate large quantities.
We continue to thank residents for their patience and cooperation.
For inquiries related to the State of Emergency, you are encouraged to email icestorm2025@mindenhills.ca or call 705-286-1260 ext. 2025.
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Township of Minden Hills
Public Information Centre
55 Parkside St., Minden
Email: icestorm2025@mindenhills.ca
Telephone: 705-286-1260 ext. 2025