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Flooding can happen anywhere, being prepared ahead of time is important. An emergency flood kit can help you and your family respond safely and effectively. See the essential emergency kit items at ontario.ca/BePrepared @PreparedON

Minister Jill Dunlop visited Community Emergency Preparedness Grant recipients in @OSMTownship and #NorthumberlandCounty to observe an emergency exercise put on by CDN Protection. Learn how we support local efforts to #ProtectOntario: ontario.ca/EmergencyGrant

Emergency plans work best when the whole family knows the drill. Print our emergency preparedness booklet for kids this #MarchBreak. This activity helps involve kids in emergency planning in a fun and age-appropriate way. publications.gov.on.ca/301301

Several parts of the region are experiencing poor weather conditions. As a result, the public is advised to use extra caution while travelling. Reduced visibility caused by blowing snow and rapidly changing weather conditions are likely to create difficult driving situations. Motorists are advised to: ➡️Increase following distance to allow more time to react ➡️Slow down and adjust speed to match road and visibility conditions ➡️Avoid sudden braking or lane changes ➡️Stay alert for roadside hazards ➡️ Check 511.ca for road updates ➡️ Check weather.gc.ca for current weather conditions. ^pia

Orange weather warnings for winter storms have been issued by @EnvironmentCA for parts of Northern Ontario. - Visit weather.gc.ca or download the WeatherCAN app for location-specific weather updates - Follow local advisories - Check @511Ontario for road info #ONstorm

Flooding can happen in Ontario during spring melt and heavy rain. Flood preparation starts with simple actions at home and knowing where to find trustworthy information when it’s needed most. Find flood maps and tips on how to prepare: ontario.ca/Floods

Freezing rain & strong winds are affecting parts of central & northern Ontario, especially along #LakeHuron and #LakeSuperior between #SaultSteMarie and #Wawa. Crews are responding to outages as safely as conditions allow. Worsening road conditions in areas like #Manitoulin and #Sudbury may delay response times. Customers are encouraged to prepare for possible outages: ✔️ Restock emergency kits: ow.ly/Pqy350YuMmA. ✔️ Report outages: text 92887 (WATTS), use our outage map: ow.ly/RxKM50YuMne.

UPDATE (Mar 16, 9:40 a.m.): ⚠️ Driving Advisory ⚠️ The follow road closures are in effect due to severe weather, poor visibility, and deteriorating road conditions. ROADS CLOSED: ⛔ Hwy 11: North Bay to Hearst ⛔ Hwy 11: Hearst to Longlac (eastbound lanes) ⛔ Hwy 17: Blind River to White River ⛔ Hwy 65: Hwy 66 to Quebec border ⛔ Hwy 69: Parry Sound to Sudbury ⛔ Hwy 101: Wawa to Folyet ⛔ Hwy 129: Wharncliffe to Chapleau ⛔ Hwy 144: Chelmsford to Timmins ⛔ Hwy 655: Hwy 11 to Kidd Creek ROAD REOPENED: ✅ Hwy 6: Little Current to Espanola ✅Hwy 11: Hearst to Longlac (westbound lanes only) ✅ Hwy 17: Blind River to North Bay Motorists are urged to: ➡️ Avoid travel unless absolutely necessary ➡️ Monitor 511on.ca and municipal511.ca for real-time updates ➡️ Check weather.gc.ca for weather updates ^pia ~ MISE À JOUR (16 mars, 9 h 40): ⚠️ Avis aux automobilistes ⚠️ Les fermetures de routes suivantes sont en vigueur en raison de conditions météorologiques difficiles, d'une mauvaise visibilité et de l'état des routes. ROUTES FERMÉES : ⛔ Route 11 : de North Bay à Hearst ⛔ Route 11 : de Hearst à Longlac (voies en direction de l'est) ⛔ Route 17 : de Blind River à White River ⛔ Route 65 : de la route 66 à la frontière du Québec ⛔ Route 69 : de Parry Sound à Sudbury ⛔ Route 101 : de Wawa à Folyet ⛔ Route 129 : de Wharncliffe à Chapleau ⛔ Route 144 : de Chelmsford à Timmins ⛔ Route 655 : de la route 11 à Kidd Creek ROUTE ROUVERTE : ✅ Route 6 : de Little Current à Espanola ✅Route 11 : de Hearst à Longlac (voies en direction de l'ouest) ✅ Route 17 : de Blind River à North Bay Il est vivement recommandé aux automobilistes de : ➡️ Éviter de se déplacer sauf en cas d'absolue nécessité ➡️ Consulter 511on.ca et municipal511.ca pour des mises à jour en temps réel ➡️ Consulter weather.gc.ca pour les bulletins météo ^pia

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[1/2] We're building a network of partners to help protect communities when emergencies strike. Ontario Corps' newest partner, Ontario Mine Rescue, will answer the call with personnel and specialized rescue equipment to support emergency response in hard-to-reach places.

As temperatures rise, flood risk increases. Ice and snowmelt release large quantities of water which can lead to floods. Prepare your household and home to reduce risks. Flood risk is more common than you think. Learn how you can get prepared: canada.ca/en/services/po…

Stay safe during power outages. Make sure your home has working battery‑operated smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Hard‑wired alarms won’t work in an outage unless they have a battery backup. Learn more safety tips: #section-3" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ontario.ca/page/power-out…

Planning a March Break road trip? Preparation goes a long way! Before you leave: -Check weather and @511Ontario -Share travel plans with family & friends -Pack an emergency car kit -Know who to call in an emergency Protect yourself. #ProtectOntario: ontario.ca/BePrepared

Over the next two days, freezing rain and significant precipitation are forecast across Muskoka. Now is a good time to #BePrepared. Take a few minutes to make sure you're emergency-ready: ✅ Get your 72-hour emergency kit ready ✅ Sign up for Voyent Alert! to stay informed ✅ Create or review your household emergency plan: bit.ly/47oixhW ➡️ Visit bit.ly/4bkeHrs for more preparedness tips. ➡️ Check road conditions before travelling: • bit.ly/49dReGM – municipal roads • bit.ly/4fU6pYk – provincial highways (MTO) For local storm impacts, visit your area municipality website and social media pages. @MuskokaPS @gbtownship @Gateway2Muskoka @MuskokaLakesTwp @townbracebridge @LakeofBaysTwp @townhuntsville #BePrepared #MuskokaReady #ONStorm #WinterWeather

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#ICYMI: Minister Jill Dunlop welcomed @LabattBreweries as an Ontario Corps private-sector partner. Learn how we’re growing the Ontario Corps partner network to #ProtectOntario: news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…

WEATHER WARNING (March 10 – 12, 2026) Significant winter weather is expected across the North East Region over the next 48 to 72 hours. Conditions will vary by area, but hazardous travel and rapidly changing weather are likely. Snowfall amounts between 10 and 45 cm are expected, along with 5 to 15 mm of freezing rain. High winds may significantly reduce visibility due to blowing snow, and heavy rain could lead to localized or flash flooding in areas where snowpack remains. Slippery and icy roads are expected due to freezing rain, while snowfall rates of 2 - 4 cm per hour will create poor visibility and hazardous driving conditions. Strong winds will further reduce visibility in blowing snow, and heavy rain may lead to localized flooding in certain areas. Please use caution if travelling, adjust your driving to the conditions, and monitor local forecasts for updates. Stay safe, everyone. ^rw #OPP #Safety

As spring approaches and temperatures fluctuate, be sure to practice safe driving by: ❄️clearing all snow off your car ⛐slowing down on slippery, wet roads and being aware of black ice 🛣️watching for potholes and avoid swerving suddenly into other lanes

Freezing rain is expected in some parts of Canada this week. Get your weather alerts directly through our mobile app: ow.ly/FHxm50Ys3fH 🧊🌧️

⚠️ Weather Advisory 📅 March 10-12, 2026 Several regions across Ontario may experience periods of snow and freezing rain over the next several days. Depending on your location, ice buildup and rapid snowfall may lead to reduced visibility and hazardous driving conditions. Please allow extra time for travel and plan your route in advance. Check conditions before you go: 🌨️ Weather conditions: weather.gc.ca 🚧 Road conditions: 511on.ca (@511Ontario) For updates specific to your region: - GTA → @OPP_HSD - Central → @OPP_CR - West → @OPP_WR - North West → @OPP_NWR - East → @OPP_ER - North East → @OPP_NER #ONstorm