The Town would like to provide an update as of 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 30, 2025, regarding the freezing rain event. Crews continue to respond to multiple reports of fallen trees, power outages and road closures throughout the municipality during the weather event. The public is asked to continue to avoid unnecessary travel at this time.
In the event of an emergency, please dial 9-1-1.
Current Road Closures (4:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 30)
- Grey Road 119 remains closed from Banks (4th Sideroad) through Scenic Caves Road to the Grey Road 119/Grey Road 19 Roundabout.
- The 4th Line from 21st Sideroad to Grey Road 119 remains closed.
- Roads in Swiss Meadows remain closed.
Multiple roads in the municipality have been reduced to one lane due to downed trees or wires. The Town asks the public to avoid unnecessary travel and take extra precaution while driving.
Emergency Access to Swiss Meadows
Emergency services are unable to access Swiss Meadows at this time due to impassable roads. The Blue Mountains Fire Department is continuing to work with crews to make access a priority.
Additional Precautions
The Blue Mountains Fire Department would like to provide the following reminders:
- Hardwired carbon monoxide detectors may not operate properly during an outage.
- Portable generators, barbecues or other fume-emitting devices should never be used indoors.
- In the event of a multi-day outage, check on your neighbours to ensure their well-being.
Water Services
The Town of The Blue Mountains Water & Wastewater would like to ask the public to reduce their water usage during the event. Avoid doing laundry or running the dishwasher when possible.
Residents on low-pressure forcemain sewers do not have operational sewers when there is no power. During power outages, grinder pumps will not be operational, and residents should avoid flushing toilets or using water to avoid sewage backups. Areas on the low-pressure systems include, but are not limited to: Lake Drive, Delphi, Birchview Trail, Arlberg, and parts of Nippissing Ridge.
More Information
Town crews are continuing to coordinate with relevant emergency services and will respond to service calls on a priority basis. Updates will continue to be provided as the Town receives information.
Residents are reminded that service requests for issues such as fallen trees and flooding can be submitted directly on the Town website 24/7 by visiting www.thebluemountains.ca/online-services.
In the case of an emergency, please dial 9-1-1.
For more information, please contact:
Operations Department
Phone: (519) 599-3131 ext. 304
The following was the original notice posted by the Town at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 30, 2025.
The Town would like to advise residents that crews are responding to multiple reports of fallen trees, power outages, and road closures throughout the municipality due to freezing rain. As a result, the public is asked to avoid unnecessary travel at this time.
As of 10:00 a.m. on March 30, 2025, current road closures include Scenic Caves Road, 21st Sideroad, 4th Line, and sections of Grey Rd 119, due to fallen trees and hydro lines. Additional closures may occur as crews respond to service calls. Closed roads will remain blocked off until crews have time to assess conditions and remove debris. The status of road closures can be viewed by visiting www.municipal511.ca
The Town's Water and Wastewater Department would like to remind residents on low-pressure forcemain sewers that their sewers are not operational when there is no power. During power outages, grinder pumps will not be operational and residents should avoid flushing toilets or using water. Areas on the low-pressure systems include, but are not limited to: Lake Drive, Delphi, Birchview Trail, Arlberg, and parts of Nippissing Ridge.
Town crews are coordinating with relevant emergency services and will respond to service calls on a priority basis.
Residents are reminded that service requests for issues such as fallen trees and flooding can be submitted directly on the Town website 24/7 by visiting www.thebluemountains.ca/online-services.
For more information, please contact:
Operations Department
Phone: (519) 599-3131 ext. 276