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Flood Warning In Effect For The French River And Lower Pickerel River Watersheds

Muskoka411 Staff — Sat, 11 May 2024 16:55:12 +0000

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry – Bracebridge Minden Parry Sound District
is advising area residents that a Flood Warning is in effect for the French River and Lower
Pickerel River Watersheds. This message will remain in effect until Friday May 17, 2024.
This bulletin will affect residents within the MNRF Bracebridge Minden Parry Sound District
for portions of the District of Parry Sound within the unorganized Townships of Mowat, Blair, and McConkey.

Residents and those visiting the area are advised to be aware of current watershed
conditions. Higher than normal water levels and flow conditions exist throughout the area
and residents are reminded to keep a close watch on weather conditions, regularly check
for updated messages, and exercise caution near fast-moving rivers and streams.
Lower-lying portions of known flood-prone areas may be impacted to varying degrees as
lake/river levels start to rise in response to significant precipitation. Residents and visitors
should exercise caution while around waterbodies and maintain close supervision of
children and pets.

MNRF also advises extreme caution when using forest access roads for outdoor activities
as they may become seasonally inundated with water, are prone to washouts, and may
become impassible due to localized flooding.

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 and regularly check for updated
messages.

Weather forecasts suggest that the area may receive up to 14mm of rain over the next 7
days. This precipitation is anticipated to have minimal impact on flows as no additional
significant precipitation is forecasted at this time.

Water levels and river flows within the French and Lower Pickerel Rivers have remained
high over the past several weeks in response to previous precipitation events and high
water levels of Lake Nipissing. River flows are anticipated to remain stable and start to
decline with dryer weather conditions.

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

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OPP Investigating Trailer Theft On Hwy. 64 In French River

Muskoka411 Staff — Sat, 19 Aug 2023 14:37:44 +0000

The Nipissing West Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is asking for assistance with regards to a trailer theft that occurred at a private property on Highway 64, French River between August 16 and August 17, 2023.

The trailer is a black Webe Model EC1, 12′ heavy duty flat bed with a middle dip – used to move farm tractors and equipment, 2″ ball, rear loading ramp, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): 2W9600027ME183978. Approximate value of $12,000.

Anyone with information regarding the person(s) responsible for this incident should immediately contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122 or their nearest police authority.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit information online at: www.sudburycrimestoppers.com

You may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Parry Sound Resident Charged With Impaired On Hwy. 64

Muskoka411 Staff — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 13:57:56 +0000

A driver has been charged with impaired driving after police conducted a traffic stop for a provincial offence.

Earlier in August, 2023, shortly after 8:30 p.m., members from the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle for speeding on Highway 64, French River.

While speaking with the driver, it was determined that the driver had consumed an alcoholic beverage and was arrested for impaired driving. The driver was then transported to the Noelville OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Ryan Chapman, 39 years-of-age, from Parry Sound, was charged with:

Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
Speeding
Improper muffler-motor vehicle

The accused was release and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on September 20, 2023, in Sudbury.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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Ontario Opens Newly Expanded Highway 69

Kelly Hart — Fri, 24 Dec 2021 15:26:06 +0000

Today, the Ontario government opened a 14-kilometre expansion of Highway 69 in the French River area. The newly widened highway from two to four lanes will help improve traffic flow and safety, and support economic growth and prosperity in Northern Ontario.

“As we build Ontario, it’s critical that we continue to expand and improve highways across the province,” said Caroline Mulroney, Minister of Transportation. “In Northern Ontario, Highway 69 plays a vital role in helping people and goods move more quickly. By expanding the highway, our government is following through on its promise to support the economy and improve road safety.”

The new lanes on Highway 69 extend from north of Highway 522 to north of Highway 607. The expansion also includes two new interchanges.

“The opening of the new Highway 69 lanes is a gamechanger for French River and Sudbury residents,” said Greg Rickford, Minister of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry and Minister of Indigenous Affairs. “By expanding this section of Highway 69, we will see improved safety and traffic flow in the region. The expansion will also create jobs and boost economic growth in Northern Ontario.”

This 14-kilometre section of Highway 69 widening is part of a project to widen a total of 152 kilometres of Highway 69 from Parry Sound to Sudbury. The final 68-kilometre section of widening between French River and Parry Sound is in the engineering and property acquisition phase.

“Our government is building Ontario with investments in critical infrastructure that improve our health, safety and quality of life,” said Kinga Surma, Minister of Infrastructure. “Over the next 10 years, we are spending more than $148 billion on highways and public transit, as well as schools, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other public infrastructure that families and businesses depend on.”

Quick Facts

Highway 69 is a key corridor in the region and a crucial route for the country as part of the Trans-Canada Highway.
From April 2021 to March 2022, the Ontario government is committing $641 million to repair and expand provincial highways and bridges in Northern Ontario.
The province has released a draft transportation plan for Northern Ontario that is available in Cree, Oji-Cree and Ojibway.

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