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Minden Hills State of Emergency Update #10
Township of Minden Hills – Media Release Date: Friday, April 11, 2025 Time: 11:45 a.m. Media Release # 25-46 Re: Township State of Emergency Due to Ice Storm – Update #10 Please use caution on the roadways as there will be a phased clean-up process. The Township and County Roads staff are currently working to clear trees from the actual roadway in this phase. Their focus is to make the right-of ways safe for passage. The next phase will move to clearing the sides of the roadways. This will take time and it is important for drivers to use caution as some roads are narrow and there are trees on the side of the roadways. Hydro Update Hydro One is working diligently to restore power to the 700+ remaining households still without power. This work includes replacing broken hydro poles. Crews are now trying to access hard to reach areas in challenging terrain. Warming and Information Centre The Warming and Information Centre is now operating from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily. This weekend (April 12 & 13) the Warming and Information Centre will be moved to the Community Room #1 at the SG Nesbitt Memorial Arena (55 Parkside St., Minden) and there will be signage placed at the facility to direct people to the area. The Warming Centre will continue to offer shower facilities, refreshments, as well as spots for charging devices. Township Facilities & Programs SG Nesbitt Memorial Arena Starting on Monday, April 14, 2025, the SG Nesbitt Memorial Arena will see the return of some of the regular programs including: • Current ice user bookings to restart (Figure Skating, Men’s Leagues, etc.) on their booked time and dates • Fitness Centre and walking track will be open regular hours 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Page 1 of 3 • Registered Adult and Youth programs (fitness classes, and youth recreation programming) On Tuesday, April 22, 2025 the drop-in programs for adult and youth will resume. The facility will also begin to accept new bookings for ice, gymnasium and the community rooms on April 22. Township Administration Office The Township Administration Office will be open 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. Minden Hills Cultural Centre (MHCC) The MHCC will reopen on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 for regular programming. No Daytime Burning Permitted As per Provincial legislation, reminder that there is no daytime burning permitted in the County. Residents can burn from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. 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. 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. 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 Page 2 of 3 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 and County are 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 would like to thank residents for their continued patience and cooperation during this emergency. For inquiries related to the State of Emergency, you are encouraged to email icestorm2025@mindenhills.ca or call 705-286-1260 ext. 2025. -END- Township of Minden Hills Public Information Centre 55 Parkside St., Minden Email: icestorm2025@mindenhills.ca Telephone: 705-286-1260 ext. 2025
Township of Minden Hills Media Release Update #9
Township of Minden Hills – Media Release
Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025
Time: 12:15 p.m.
Media Release # 25-45
Re: Township State of Emergency Due to Ice Storm – Update #9
Clean-up efforts by Township and County Staff are continuing on area roads. It will take
some time for this work to be completed due to the volume of downed trees and debris
on and along the roadsides.
Hydro Update
Hydro One is working diligently to restore power to the 980 remaining households still
without power. This work includes replacing broken hydro poles. Crews are now trying
to access hard to reach areas in challenging terrain.
Warming and Information Centre
The Warming and Information Centre is now operating from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
daily.
This weekend (April 11 & 12) the Warming and Information Centre will be moved to the
Community Room at the SG Nesbitt Memorial Arena (55 Parkside St., Minden) there will
be signage placed at the facility to direct people. The Warming Centre will continue to
offer shower facilities, refreshments, as well as spots for charging devices.
No Daytime Burning Permitted
A reminder that there is no daytime burning permitted in the County following provincial
legislation for the area. 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.
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.
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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. 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 and County are 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 would like to thank residents for their continued patience and cooperation during
this emergency.
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
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.
-END-
Township of Minden Hills
Public Information Centre
55 Parkside St., Minden
Email: icestorm2025@mindenhills.ca
Telephone: 705-286-1260 ext. 2025
Minden Hills Update #7 – State of Emergency
Township of Minden Hills – Media Release
Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Time: 12:30 p.m.
Media Release # 25-43
Re: Township State of Emergency Due to Ice Storm – Update #7
Hydro Update
Hydro One crews and partners from around the province and the country - Hydro One
crews from Northern Ontario, NB Power from New Brunswick, K-Line Ontario and a
crew from Saskatchewan continue to work through long hours, difficult circumstances
and challenges daily.
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 S.G. Nesbitt Memorial Arena/Community Centre remains set up as a warming and
information centre. Starting April 9, 2025, the Warming and Information Centre will
be open 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
Along with monitoring water levels, staff have attended regular meetings with Parks
Canada and Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) for updates.
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. A reminder to please stay away from lakes, rivers, and
streams as water is moving quickly.
Emergency Assistance
Residents in extreme financial hardship due to storm impacts may be able to access
emergency assistance through Ontario’s Social Assistance Programs.
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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, the Warming and Information Centre is available. Residents
can also 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. Additionally, the John
Howard Society, 14 Iga Road is also available to support residents with the application
process. They can be reached at 705-340-8486.
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.
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.
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.
The Township’s Emergency Control Group (ECG), including key partners and service
providers, are continuing to meet daily.
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.
-END-
Township of Minden Hills
Public Information Centre
55 Parkside St., Minden
Email: icestorm2025@mindenhills.ca
Telephone: 705-286-1260 ext. 2025
Haliburton County Flood Warning Advisory
FROM/DE: Haliburton Highlands Detachment DATE: April 8, 2025
HALIBURTON COUNTY - FLOOD WARNING ADVISORY
(HALIBURTON COUNTY, ON) - Members of the Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind residents and visitors to remain cautious as local water levels continue to rise.
Past heavy rainfall and snowmelt are contributing to the possibility of flooding in various areas across the county. The Haliburton Highlands OPP would like to provide some flood safety tips:
- Avoid driving through flooded roads. Even shallow water can cause vehicles to become stranded or swept away.
- Stay away from fast-moving water, including rivers, streams, and creeks, which may rise rapidly.
- Be prepared for possible road closures and delays due to flooding conditions.
- Keep an eye on local advisories for updates and evacuation notices.
- Prepare for emergencies: Ensure you have an emergency kit with essential items such as flashlights, batteries, medications and important documents.
Your safety is our priority. If you encounter an emergency, please dial 911. For non-urgent concerns, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
Please stay informed and take appropriate precautions to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your property.
Members of the Haliburton Highlands OPP would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the utility workers, public works staff, emergency service personnel, community partners and every resident in Haliburton County who has reached out to lend a helping hand. Situations like this truly remind us of the strength and unity that make Haliburton County such a special place to call home.