With warmer temperatures drawing more people to the great outdoors, Ontario Power Generation (OPG) urges everyone to practice water safety this long weekend.
The fluctuating spring temperatures and seasonal rain fall can create hazardous conditions around waterways near hydroelectric stations and dams. Even water levels and flows that look calm can change in an instant, with little or no warning.
For more information about water safety, please visit: www.opg.com/watersafety.
- OPG operates 66 hydroelectric stations and 241 dams on 24 Ontario river systems.
- Despite warnings, some people continue to disregard signs and barriers, putting themselves and first responders at risk.
- OPG works with Ontario Provincial Police to enforce these warnings, including laying charges.
“If you plan to spend your time around waterways this weekend or any weekend, be sure to stay clear and stay safe around hydroelectric facilities,” said Paul Seguin, OPG SVP, Renewable Generation. “One bad, split-second decision could jeopardize your safety and have lasting consequences.”