For Immediate Release                                                                         
Minden, Ontario
Monday May 1, 2023
3:15 PM
Release #23-26 

Subject:         Flood Watch for Gull River Watershed, Sand and Sandbags Available

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) have issued a Flood Watch Bulletin for the Gull River Watershed on Monday May 1, 2023:

FLOOD WATCH: potential for flooding exists within specific watercourses and municipalities.

Water levels and river flows are expected to rise over the next several days with runoff from recent rainfall.

Residents in areas that are susceptible to flooding should take necessary precautions to protect property and continue to monitor developing conditions.

Sand and Sandbags Available

Residents are advised that sand and sandbags are available for use at the S.G Nesbitt Arena, located at 55 Parkside, Minden (upper-level parking lot).

This resource is self-serve, please remember a shovel. Residents are encouraged to think of their neighbours, don’t forget about those around you that may have difficulty with this task.

Please visit the Flood Information page of our website at https://www.mindenhills.ca/flood-information/ for help and resources regarding the proper procedures for the filling and placement of sandbags.

The public is advised to use caution around area lakes, rivers, creeks and other water sources such as ditches, as high-water levels and swift currents can create unstable conditions. Avoid driving on any roadways that are underwater, as road conditions may be unstable and dangerous.

We will continue to communicate all information by means of media broadcasting and media releases to radio stations, local newspapers and our website.

For Municipal Emergency contact after hours call: 1-866-865-3247. For Emergency Services call: 911

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Contact Information:
Shain Duda, Fire Chief
Township of Minden Hills
PO Box 359, 7 Milne Street
Minden, ON K0M 2K0