The City of Orillia is monitoring weather conditions as rainfall is expected to persist over the coming days. City staff are responding to localized flooding, including pumping water in affected areas, however, saturated ground conditions and elevated lake levels are limiting drainage capacity in some locations.
Parks Canada, responsible for water management, has advised that water levels in Lake Simcoe are above average, above full, and continuing to rise due to high inflows from recent precipitation. Elevated water levels are expected to continue into the weekend. Approximately 60 mm of rain has fallen over the past five days, with an additional 15 to 25 mm forecast over the coming days.
Properties in areas close to the Lake Couchiching shoreline are also experiencing flooding. Parks Canada is advising residents in these areas to prepare for extended periods of flooding until lake levels recede.
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City crews are deployed in key locations to manage flooding impacts and protect public safety and infrastructure, including providing sand and bags in flooded areas and opening a self-serve sandbag station at the Collins Drive Launch Ramp. Residents may experience temporary road closures and traffic delays as conditions continue.
Current Road Closures:
- Forest Avenue South, closed between Lankin Boulevard and Victoria Crescent
- Cedar Island Road
- Davey Drive
Reporting Roadway Flooding:
Residents who observe flooding on roadways in their area are encouraged to report it to the City so that crews can respond as quickly as possible at orillia.ca/Service.
What Residents Can Do:
Residents are encouraged to take proactive steps to reduce flood risk:
- Check that sump pumps are functioning properly
- Consider a backup power source
- Clear drains, gutters, and eavestroughs
- Move valuables to higher ground
- Prepare sandbags if you live in low-lying or shoreline areas
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Self‑Serve Sandbag Station:
- Collins Drive Launch Ramp (425 Collins Drive)
- Sand and bags provided (no delivery available)
- Residents must bring their own shovels.
Safety Reminders:
- Use extreme caution near all bodies of water
- Stay away from flooded areas
- Never enter flooded spaces where electricity may be present
- Call 911 for emergencies only.
Resources:
Stay up to date on flooding advisories and learn more at:
