ROADS UPDATE 8:00 PM APRIL 28, 2026

AS OF APRIL 14TH, 2026,  8:00 AM THE MUNICIPALITY OF MAGNETAWAN DECLARED A SIGNIFICANT WEATHER EVENT UNDER O'Reg 239/02

THE USE OF OFFROAD VEHICLES FOR RECREATIONAL PURPOSES ON ALL MUNICIPAL PROPERTY IS PROHIBITED AT THIS TIME 
MUNICIPAL PROPERTIES ARE MONITORED BY VIDEO SURVEILLANCE

WATER LEVELS ARE NOT CONTROLLED BY THE MUNICIPALITY AND ARE UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF THE MNRF. FOR INQUIRIES OR COMPLAINTS ABOUT WATER LEVELS AND FLOWS, PLEASE CONTACT THE MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND FORESTRY (MNRF) VIA EMAIL AT WATERMANAGEMENT.PSDISTRICT@ONTARIO.CA.

PLEASE STAY HOME AND STAY OFF THE ROADS.

We are asking residents who cannot access their homes to lean on friends and family members for assistance in accommodations for the evening.

ALL ROADS ARE CURRENTLY PASSABLE; HOWEVER, SUBSTANTIAL RAINFALL IS EXPECTED BASED ON THE CURRENT FORECAST

THE USE OF OFFROAD VEHICLES FOR RECREATIONAL PURPOSES ON ALL ROADS ARE PROHIBITED AT THIS TIME

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DRIVE THROUGH FLOODING, WASHOUTS, AROUND BARRICADES OR TRAFFIC CONES

DO NOT ACTIVELY SEEK OUT WASHED OUT AREAS TO FILM AND TAKE PICTURES

To report a washout please call the Municipal Office at (705) 387-3947. When leaving a message please identify the road and the closest civic address as well as a call back number.

WE APPRECIATE EVERYONE’S PATIENCE AS OUR ROADS CREW WORK DILIGENTLY TO IDENTIFY AND RESPOND TO CALLS.

Due to significant flooding, we are asking all watercraft to use extreme caution and respect while on the water.

Wake from all watercraft is pushing additional water onto already flooded properties, causing further damage to homes, docks, shorelines, and access roads.

REMINDER THE SPEED LIMITS NEAR SHORE
Within 30 metres (100 feet) of shore, the maximum speed limit is 10 km/h, unless otherwise posted.

Please follow these important guidelines:
✅ Slow down and reduce your wake, especially near shorelines and flooded areas.
✅ Avoid unnecessary boating during this high water period.
✅ Stay well away from shore – giving extra space helps reduce wake impact.
✅ Be mindful of submerged hazards that may now be hidden underwater.

WATCH YOUR WAKE-RESPECT THE LAKE!

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