Weather Event Update – Tuesday, April 1

The Town would like to provide an update regarding the weekend weather event and the forecasted conditions for Wednesday, April 2. Crews have been working to restore power, open roads and clear debris throughout the municipality and are preparing for additional precipitation. 

In the event of an emergency, please dial 9-1-1. 

Current Road Closures (4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1, 2025)

• Grey Road 119 remains closed from Banks (4th Line) to the bottom of the hill on Scenic Caves Road.
• The 12^th Sideroad is closed between the 3^rd Line and the 4^th Line.

Multiple roads in the municipality have been reduced to one lane due to downed trees or wires. Crews continue to work to restore access and clear debris. 

Flood Warnings and Watches Issued by Local Conservation Authorities

The Grey Sauble Conservation Authority (GSCA) has issued a flood watch for the Beaver River Watershed and the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) has issued a flood warning for its watershed area due to anticipated precipitation through Wednesday, April 2. 

Landowners within known flood prone areas should monitor their situation and be prepared in case of flooding.

During spring runoff events, potential conditions exist that could pose a risk to personal safety. High flows, unsafe banks, or other factors could be dangerous for residents and pets. Stay back from riverbanks and away from fast moving water.

More information is available from the GSCA on their website, and the NVCA on their website.

Power Outage Updates

Town Staff continue to be in contact with representatives from Hydro One. Hydro One has advised that some residents may continue to be without power for multiple days as crews work to restore access. 

Town Facilities

The following Town facilities are open to the public during regular operating hours, with available amenities listed:

• Beaver Valley Community Centre – 58 Alfred Street West, Thornbury, Open Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Charging devices, use of showers, free wi-fi)
• The Blue Mountains Fire Station #1 – 496916 Grey Road 2, Clarksburg, Open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Charging devices, use of showers, free wi-fi)
• L.E. Shore Public Library – 173 Bruce Street South, Thornbury, Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays (Charging devices, free wi-fi)
• The Blue Mountains Town Hall – 32 Mill Street, Thornbury, Open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Charging devices, free wi-fi)

Water Services

Potable water is available for the public at the Town’s Water Operations Centre at 81 Victoria Street South, Thornbury.  The public is asked to bring their own fillable containers when using the water spigot at the building. 

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. A map of areas on the low-pressure system is available here.

Waste Collection

To assist with removal of debris from homes that may have experienced flooding or other storm related damage, garbage bag tags will not be required this and next week (March 31 to April 10). The 3-bag limit for residential and 2-bag limit for commercial locations is still in effect.  The Town Landfill and Recycling Depot at 788090 is open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. for drop-off of waste and debris.

Additional Precautions

The Blue Mountains Fire Department would like to provide the following reminders: 

• Residents who have had their power restored after an extended period should check devices that may have been on before the outage, such as space heaters, stoves and ovens.
• 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. 

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. 276