Back to SearchUpdate 4:00pm March 30, 2025
Significant Weather Event still in effect
Relief and Warming Centre
- North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre (527 Len Self Blvd)
- Sunday: 4:00pm to 10:00pm
- Monday: 8:00am to 10:00pm
- Town Hall (575 Dominion Avenue)
- Sunday: until 6:00pm
- Monday: 8:30am to 4:30pm
These are not overnight shelters and service animals are permitted. Residents with essential medical devices will be given priority access to charging areas. Please notify staff upon arrival if this applies to you.
Residents can come in to:
- Warm up (bring your own blankets and refreshments).
- Charge electronic devices (bring your own charging cables and blocks).
- Fill personal water bottles.
Update 2:00pm March 30, 2025
Significant Weather Event still in effect
Town crews continue to monitor roads for icing, debris and clear downed trees as best as possible. Residents are encouraged to stay off the roads, as they remain icy, and to avoid unnecessary travel.
Hydro Wires
Do not call 911 for downed power lines or trees, unless it’s a life-threatening emergency.
For downed power lines contact NT Power directly at 1-888-735-4801
Relief and Warming Centre
Town hall is open today from 2:30pm to 6:00pm at 575 Dominion Avenue. Operating hours will be assessed based on community need and power restoration progress. Updates will be provided on the Town's website.
Residents can come in to:
- Warm up (bring your own blankets and refreshments).
- Charge electronic devices (bring your own charging cables and blocks).
- Fill personal water bottles.
Residents with essential medical devices will be given priority access to charging areas. Please notify staff upon arrival if this applies to you.
The Town Hall will be open until 6 p.m. tonight (March 30, 2025). This is not an overnight shelter and pets are not permitted.
The significant weather event has been declared based on Environment Canada’s freezing rain warning. The warning identifies a major ice storm taking place overnight and through the weekend.
This weekend’s forecast is likely to cause hazardous road conditions with layered ice accumulation, residents may also experience power outages and localized flooding in low-lying areas.
Learn how you can be prepared Ontario's Emergency preparedness site.
What does this mean?
The declaration of a significant weather event is to notify the public about a forecasted or current weather hazard which has the potential to pose a significant danger to drivers and pedestrians. The Operations team continues to maintain roads, focusing on main arterials to support emergency vehicles.
During a significant weather event it may take longer than usual for Town Operations to bring the roads back to optimal condition. Municipal roads and sidewalks are considered to be in a state of repair until the event is declared ended.
How can you help?
Residents are encouraged to take precautions and avoid unnecessary travelling this weekend. Motorists are requested not to park on Town streets at any time during the weather event. Please check weather forecasts regularly.
Learn how you can prepare for an emergency on Ontario's Emergency preparedness site.
When can a significant weather event be declared?
A significant weather event can be declared under the Ontario Regulation 239/02, extending the requirements established in Ontario's Minimum Maintenance Standards (MMS) for Municipal Highways.
This is not a declaration of an Emergency under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act.
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The community's support and patience during this event is appreciated. Stay warm, stay safe, and thank you for doing your part.
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