2026 Flood Information

Currently no information available at this time.

For information about potential flooding and flood preparation, please visit the Township of Minden Hills news page.

For information about 72-hour kits, visit the County's Emergency Preparation webpage.

For information about flood safety and flooding preparation, please visit the Lakelands Public Health webpage.

For information about being prepared before, during and after a flood, visit the Goverment of Ontario's webpage.

Hospitals & Clinics

The Haliburton Highlands Health Services Emergency Department in Haliburton is operating as normal. Please visit only with true emergencies. 

Haliburton Highlands Health Services locations

For Facebook updates: Haliburton Highlands Health Services

The Minden Urgent Care Clinic is operating as normal.

Urgent Care Clinic hours and location

For Facebook updates: Kawartha-North Family Health Team

April 15, 2026 messaging from Hydro One:

With active flooding in parts of Ontario and rain forecasted to continue over the coming days, Hydro One is reminding customers that live in flood prone areas about the importance of preparing their homes, the steps to take to stay safe if flooding occurs and how to prepare for an extended emergency.

Move water away from your home - Keep water away from your home by removing debris from gutters, eavestroughs and downspouts. If you have a sump pump, maintain it regularly so it’s ready if you need it and consider a backup power source, such as a battery or generator. 

Stay safe - water and electricity do not mix - If flooding occurs at home and water starts to reach electrical outlets, baseboard heaters or furnace, call 1-800-434-1235 to have power safely turned off. Do not enter any flooded areas, such as the basement, until power is disconnected. When outdoors, stay away from ground level electrical equipment such as pad mount transformers.

Restock your emergency kit - It is critical to ensure you and your family are prepared in case of an emergency or extended power outage. Visit Emergency Preparedness | Hydro One to learn more about what to include in your kit. 

Hydro One will work on power outages in Haliburton County as well as throughout the province.

To report an outage please contact 1-800-434-1235. You can also text ‘outage’ to 92887 (WATTS). 

To view outages and estimated restoration times (this map is updated every ten minutes) visit the following website or download the Hydro One Stormcentre app on your device:

Hydro One Stormcentre

For your safety, please remember: 

• To turn off the stove or any elements that may have been in use when the power went out.

• Stay at least 10m back from downed wires. Downed wires are live and dangerous. To report a downed wire, call 1-800-434-1235. Do not call 9-1-1 unless it is a life-threatening emergency.

• If flooding occurs at home and water starts to reach electrical outlets, baseboard heaters or furnace, customers should call Hydro One at 1-800-434-1235 to have power safely turned off. Do not enter any flooded areas, such as the basement, until power is disconnected. 

In addition, customers that have damage to their home’s electrical equipment (ex. stack/pipe where the powerline from the road connects to their home), need to have a licensed electrician make the necessary repairs. Customers can learn more about the steps to take through the Electrical Safety Authority. 

Newspapers

Haliburton County Echo

Minden Times

The Highlander

Radio

Canoe FM 100.9

Moose FM 93.5

Emergency care:
In case of emergency, residents and visitors are advised to please call 9-1-1 or visit the emergency department at the Haliburton Hospital (7199 Gelert Road).

Health concerns:

For non-emergency health concerns, Minden’s Urgent Care Clinic is typically open from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. seven days a week. Please check the Kawartha North Family Health Team Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/knfht.ca) for information on updates or closures.

Wellness checks: 

For a wellness check for yourself or a family member or neighbour, please call the Community Paramedics at 705-457-3216.

72-hour Kits:

For information about 72-hour kits, visit the County's Emergency Preparation webpage.

April 14, 2025 messaging from Haliburton Highlands OPP:

HEAVY RAINFALL IMPACTING ROAD CONDITIONS ACROSS CENTRAL REGION

(ORILLIA, ON) - As heavy rainfall continues across the region, the Central Region Headquarters of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding drivers that safety starts behind the wheel. Wet roads, reduced visibility, pooling water, localized flooding, and the potential for dense fog in some areas can make driving hazardous when conditions can change quickly.

Significant rainfall is expected to persist over the coming days, increasing the risk of water collecting on roadways, washouts, debris, and sudden road closures. These conditions may develop rapidly and can be difficult to predict, particularly in rural areas.

Before leaving home, drivers are encouraged to check current road conditions, closures, and travel advisories through 511on.ca and municipal511.ca, monitor localized weather forecasts through The Weather Network, and follow OPP Central Region social media channels for timely updates on active road closures.

Police remind all road users to take the following precautions:

• Slow down and increase following distance, as visibility can change quickly and wet roads reduce stopping ability
• Ensure all vehicle lights are turned on, including headlights and taillights, to improve visibility and help other drivers see you in poor weather conditions
• Avoid driving through flooded areas or large puddles, as water depth can be difficult to judge and may conceal roadway hazards
• Remain alert for washouts, debris, and the risk of hydroplaning
• Obey all posted signage and road closures

Flood conditions can develop quickly and may present serious dangers to motorists. Drivers are encouraged to choose alternate routes or delay travel when conditions worsen.

Taking a few extra precautions can make all the difference. Plan ahead, stay alert, and stay safe.

Anyone requiring emergency assistance is reminded to call 911. For non‑emergency incidents, the public may contact the Ontario Provincial Police non-emergency number at 1‑888‑310‑1122.

 For information about Flooding or what to do before, after and during Power Outages, including Food and Water Safety, from the Lakelands Public Health Unit, please visit: 
Power Outages

Flooding

 For the most updated information about County road closures, please visit our News & Notices page, or the County of Haliburton Facebook page. 

To report road issues, downed trees and powerlines: 

County of Haliburton:

Please call the Public Works team at 705-286-1762.

Algonquin Highlands: 

Please contact the Public Works Assistant at 705-489-2600, ext. 352 or by email. For after-hours assistance, call 705-854-0202 (primary) or 705-854-0303 (secondary). 

Dysart et al: 

Please use the website portal to report road issues or downed trees. For after-hours or urgent reports please call 1-855-574-5264.

Highlands East: 

Please call 705-448-2934, which is monitored 24/7.

Minden Hills: 

Please call 1-866-856-3247 to report road issues, or if a downed tree is blocking portions of a road.

• Avoid driving through flooded areas or large puddles. Water depth can be difficult to judge and may conceal roadway hazards.
• Roads marked "Local Traffic Only" are restricted to those who reside on that section of the road.
• Please avoid unnecessary travel to the affected areas. 

Trees on or near powerlines should be reported to Hydro One. To report an outage, text 92887 (WATTS), use their outage map, or call 1-800-434-1235. 

If you see a fallen or low-hanging power line, stay at least 10 metres back, even if it doesn't appear to be live. Call 9-1-1 or report it to Hydro One at 1-800-434-1235. 

 For those in need of a safe space to stay: Emergency shelter is available.

A Place Called Home

If you or someone you know needs a place to sleep tonight, contact A Place Called Home at any time, day or night, to connect with available resources. There is always someone there to help. Call 705-328-0905 and Press 1 to speak with shelter staff, or 1-866-520-2689.For more information visit: https://www.apch.ca/emergency-shelter

YWCA Peterborough-Haliburton

Emergency shelter, independent living units, and support for women (with or without children) experiencing violence and abuse of any kind is available.

Call 1-800-461-7656 or text 705-991-0110. For more information visit: https://ywcapeterborough.org/ 

 For Community and Social Services information, please visit the County's Community and Social Services website, supported by the City of Kawartha Lakes.

Community and Social Services in Haliburton County

 For a wellness check for yourself or a family member or neighbour, please call the Community Paramedics at 705-457-3216.

 April 16th: Flooding Tips and Helpful Resources Information