The Ministry of Natural Resources– Bracebridge Minden Parry Sound District is advising area
residents that a Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety Bulletin is in effect for the district
until Friday, July 5, 2024.
This message will affect residents within the MNR Bracebridge Minden Parry Sound District for
portions of the District of Parry Sound, District of Muskoka, County of Haliburton, and City of
Kawartha Lakes within the Black, Burnt, Gull, Magnetawan, Muskoka, Pickerel, Seguin, and Severn
River Watersheds.
Significant rainfall was received across the area from June 21-23. This rainfall has increased runoff
to local waterways causing water levels and river flows to build higher than normal for this time of
year.
Lower-lying portions of known flood-prone areas may be impacted to varying degrees as lake/river
levels rise in response to received precipitation. Residents and visitors should exercise caution
while around waterbodies and maintain close supervision of children and pets.
MNR also advises extreme caution when using forest access roads for outdoor activities as they
may become seasonally inundated with water, are prone to washouts and may become impassible
due to localized flooding.
Residents that have been affected by high water and flow conditions in the past should continue
take necessary action to protect/secure any vulnerable property in proximity to rivers and lakes and
closely monitor developing conditions and regularly check for updated messages.
The ministry is closely monitoring the weather and developing watershed conditions. Further
updates will be issued as appropriate.