Information provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources.

MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES, April 13, 2026 – The Ministry of Natural Resources (“MNR”), Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District, is advising residents of a Flood Warning that is in effect until Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

This statement applies to portions of the District of Parry Sound, District of Muskoka, and County of Haliburton, including the Black, Boyne, Burnt, Gull, Pickerel, Seguin, Severn, Magnetawan, and Muskoka River Watersheds.

Locations of particular concern due to the potential for heightened impacts include:

• Gull River in the Town of Minden
• Moon River including the Bala Reach

Runoff into local lakes and rivers is anticipated to increase with forecasted rainfall and warmer temperatures resulting in elevated lake water levels and river flows. Increased water levels and precipitation may erode the ice and create floating ice hazards that could damage waterfront infrastructure.

Residents and visitors are advised to use extreme caution around waterbodies and forest access roads as water levels and river flows may increase due to recent rainfall and melting snow.

Summary:

• Higher-than-normal flows are occurring due to recent rainfall and snowmelt.
• Slippery stream banks and fast flowing, cold water will create hazardous conditions around all water bodies.
• Lower-lying portions of known flood-prone areas may be impacted to various degrees as runoff from rainfall and melting snow enter watercourses.
• Residents that have been affected by high water and flow conditions in the past should continue to take necessary action to protect/secure any vulnerable property in proximity to rivers and lakes and closely monitor developing conditions.
• Keep a close watch on weather conditions, regularly check for updated messages, exercise caution near fast moving rivers and streams and maintain close supervision of children and pets.
• The 7-day weather forecast is predicting daytime highs of 3°C to 20°C and overnight lows between -4°C and 10°C with up to 65 mm of rainfall.

The MNR is closely monitoring the weather and developing watershed conditions. Further updates will be issued as appropriate.