Update – State of Emergency in Minden is still in effect–          Go to  www.mindenhills.ca/news for Flood updates and information.                          Please hold on to your sandbags until the clean up program details are released.

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Update #15 – Minden Flood State of Emergency

For Immediate Release
Minden, Ontario
April 27, 2026
3:15 PM
Release # 26-45
Subject: Update #15 State of Emergency Flooding 2026 on April 29, 2026
Fluctuating Water Levels
Water levels in the Minden watershed continue to fluctuate. Currently, the water level
situation is stable, close monitoring of the levels will be ongoing over the next two
weeks. This is due to water moving through the system from the north, the Township
continues to collaborate with MNR and Parks Canada as they monitor and manage
conditions.
Sandbag Update / Community Clean-up
The sandbags that were provided to the community were filled with clean sand.
What to do with sandbags with the water receding?
You can use the sand on your property should you like and place empty sandbags in
with regular household waste. Empty sandbags are not recyclable.
If you cannot use the sand there are a couple of options starting Monday, May 4, 2026.
• Bring the sandbags to the Curling Club (50 Prentice St., Minden) and place them
in the drop off area
• Arrangements for a roadside pick-up of the sandbags is underway, with details to
be released next week. You are asked to move the sandbags to the roadside
(not on the roadway).
• Should you be unable to move the sandbags, please contact the Township via
email flood2026@mindenhills.ca or call 705-286-1260. We will be working with
community volunteers to assist people to move sandbags.
Flood Waste Materials
If your home/business was impacted by the flooding and you have items/material you
need to bring to the waste facility, the Township will have an application process
available for those impacted. The program is intended for those who are not making a
claim through insurance. More details to follow on this process.
Clean Up Kits
The Township will have a small supply of clean up kits available that are suitable for
minor clean up needs. The Lakelands Public Health has important information related to

flooding on their website https://www.lakelandsph.ca/health-topics/emergency-
preparedness/flooding/. More information coming soon on when and where to pick up

the kits.

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Road Conditions
Township Roads have been impacted by flooding conditions. We thank the community
for patience as Township staff work to address the issues.
Contact Information:
Township of Minden Hills
Public Inquiry Centre
flood2026@mindenhills.ca or call 705-286-1260