UPDATE | Town of Bracebridge ends significant weather event
UPDATE – (December 18, 2024) The Town of Bracebridge has ended the Significant Weather Event effective Wednesday, December 18. Public Works crews worked tirelessly to clear roads and sidewalks as a result of the significant snowfall received in early December.
Roads are patrolled regularly during the winter months to monitor conditions and deploy equipment and materials as necessary. Winter road maintenance is completed in accordance with the Ontario Minimum Maintenance Standards for Ontario Highways to ensure Town streets and sidewalks remain safe and passable for motorists and pedestrians.
Learn more at bracebridge.ca/winteroperations.
The District of Muskoka has also declared a significant weather event effective November 30 which pertains to all District roads.
Winter Weather Safety
As the winter storm continues, it’s important to stay safe.
- Limit your exposure to extreme cold temperatures and be sure to check on vulnerable members of the community;
- Stay off the roads and limit outings to essential travel only. If you need to travel, please drive according to the weather and road conditions, and take the necessary precautions to ensure for a safe journey;
- Clear snow away from blue 9-1-1 civic address signs to ensure emergency services can find your home in the event of an emergency;
- Ensure outside vents for all fuel-burning appliances are clear of snow and ice. Portable generators should only be used outdoors and carefully located to ensure exhaust fumes do not enter the home;
- Download and register for the Voyent Alert app to receive location-based notifications to your home phone, mobile device or email, and have your 72-hour emergency kit prepared to support you and your family for at least three days.
Power Outages
Parts of Bracebridge are experiencing power outages. For updates on the outages, visit outages.lakelandpower.on.ca and the Hydro One Storm Centre.
If residents are in danger, call 9-1-1 immediately. For more information on staying safe and emergency preparedness, visit bracebridge.ca/emergencypreparedness.
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About Bracebridge – The Town of Bracebridge is located in the Heart of Muskoka, the epitome of Canada’s Cottage Country. With a population in excess of 17,000 permanent residents that doubles during the summer months, the community has a diversified economy that is highlighted by strong construction, hospitality and professional sectors. Bracebridge is the steward of the cottage country brand and is teaching the world the power of living the Muskoka lifestyle in its spirit, the arts, food, home and recreation. The Town is positioned on the 45th parallel, halfway between the Equator and the North Pole, and is recognized as Santa’s summer home.
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Town of Bracebridge
1000 Taylor Court
Bracebridge, ON P1L 1R6
Phone: (705) 645 5264