Seasonal Flooding | Town of Bracebridge

The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has extended the Flood Warning for Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District until Wednesday, April 29 for the Muskoka River Watershed and Black River.

Take immediate action to safeguard homes and property. Flooding can occur quickly and with little or no warning. Several areas are experiencing elevated water levels and flows. In some locations, levels are comparable to those observed in 2019 and may result in localized infrastructure impacts and flooding.

Ontario Flood Map

Debris Cleanup

Road Closures

Sandbags

Wellness Checks

News Updates

Flood warning extended until April 29
Apr 22, 2026
Road closures and updates due to seasonal flooding
Apr 22, 2026

Sandbags

A supply of free sand and sandbags are available for self-serve, personal use at multiple locations.

Sand and bags for filling:

Municipal Office, 1000 Taylor Court
331 Fraserburg Road in the Fairground parking lot on the right

Sand, bags, and a limited supply of filled sandbags:

At the intersection of Beaumont Drive and Beaumont Farm Road on the paved cul-da-sac
George Road Landing, 1006 Sandbar Lane, at the commercial dock area

Sandbags can be placed around lower-level doors and windows to help prevent water from entering a home, or around propane tanks or other vulnerable infrastructure. Private contractors can also provide additional resources and support if necessary.

Thank you to the many community groups and municipal partners who have helped fill sandbags for the community.

Wellness Checks

If you are in need of a wellness check or assistance, please call 705-645-5264 ext. 3650 to talk to a Town representative during office hours (Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) or leave a message after hours. After hours messages will be monitored. In the event of an emergency, please call 9-1-1.

Take the opportunity to check on neighbours and vulnerable members of the community who may need additional assistance. If residents are in danger, please call 9-1-1 immediately.

District of Muskoka Flood Debris Disposal Voucher Program

The District of Muskoka has introduced a flood debris disposal voucher program. Eligible residential property owners may receive a single-use physical voucher to dispose of one load of flood-damaged residential debris without tipping fees. Applications for vouchers open on Thursday, April 23.

Tipping fees will apply without a voucher. No voucher is required for sandbag disposal; they are free to drop-off at Rosewarne Landfill. Flood debris will not be collected at the curb. Items that don’t follow regular collection rules (i.e. bag limits and the Clear Bag Program) will not be picked up.

Flood debris can include items such as:

Water-damaged furniture, mattresses, and household items
Drywall, wood, insulation, and other building materials saturated/exposed to floodwater
Appliances and electronics exposed to floodwater
Branches, logs, and yard waste mixed with flood debris
Mixed waste that cannot be separated into regular curbside categories

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Carbon Monoxide Safety

Carbon monoxide (CO) is known as “the silent killer.” It is a gas you cannot see, taste, or smell and is created when fossil fuels such as kerosene, gasoline, natural gas, propane, or wood don’t burn completely.

Exposure to CO can cause headaches, nausea, dizziness, breathlessness, collapse, loss of consciousness, and death. If a CO alarm activates or you suspect someone in your home has symptoms of CO poisoning, immediately go outside and call 9-1-1.

Portable generators should only be used outdoors and carefully located to ensure that exhaust fumes do not enter the home;
Ensure outside vents for all fuel-burning appliances are clear of snow and ice;
Test your CO Alarms today and monthly; and
If a CO alarm activates or you suspect someone in your home has symptoms of CO poisoning, immediately go outside and call 9-1-1.

Electrical Safety

Water and electricity do not mix. Electricity can move through water or wet flooring and cause a severe electrical shock. Do not enter your basement or any room if the water is above the level of electrical outlets, baseboard heaters or furnace, or is near your electrical panel.

If you see water approaching these areas, contact your power service provider to have your power disconnected.

If power has been disconnected to your property, the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) will be required to inspect the property prior to hydro being restored.

Please NOTE: Any electrical devices, plugs, heaters, furnaces, or pumps that have been flooded or affected by water, will require an electrician to service it before the inspector is called.

To schedule an inspection when you are ready to have power restored, contact the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) or visit esasafe.com/floodsafety.

Food Safety

During and after a power outage or flood it is important to consider the safety of your food and water to protect against any food or waterborne illnesses. Visit the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit for information to ensure that you are safe after a power outage.

Generator Safety

Generators, when used properly, can provide an alternative power source. However, they must be used safely and properly.

Never operate a generator inside your home or garage. It can cause a build-up of fatal fumes, including carbon monoxide. Fans or open windows and doors do not provide enough fresh air to keep you safe;
Never connect portable generators to electrical appliances or wiring components that have been affected/damaged by water;
If extension cords must be used, only use grounded cords that are rated for proper use;
Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable. Allow the generator engine to cool for at least two minutes before refueling and always use fresh gasoline; and
Ensure that generators are placed away from the house and that snow and ice are cleared from around the unit to ensure proper ventilation.

Power Outages

Electricity is supplied by two organizations in Bracebridge. For updates on any power outages, visit: