Subject: Update #13 State of Emergency Flooding 2026 on April 23, 2026

For Immediate Release                                                               

Minden, Ontario
April 23, 2026
2:30 PM
Release # 26-41

Subject: Update #13 State of Emergency Flooding 2026 on April 23, 2026 

Other Communities:  Minden Hills Gives Back
Good News! We had such an amazing response from volunteers in filling sandbags, there are still prepared bags available. It was shared with area communities who are also are facing flooding challenges. Bracebridge, Oro-Medonte and Ramara responded and have picked up some of the extra filled sandbags and will take them home to help out their communities. Minden gives back, communities helping one another. 

Sandbag Update / Community Clean-up
As the water recedes, people are looking to determine what to do with the sandbags at their properties. Staff are finalizing a plan to address the disposal and community clean up – and will provide details next week. Please hold on to your sandbags until the clean up program details are released. 

Warming Centre Closing on April 24, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.
As the community is recovering, the Warming Centre will be open on Friday, April 24, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. and the service will wind down as of 4:30 p.m. Then the Community Centre will resume normal operation. 

Bridges Reopened on April 22, 2026
The bridges in downtown Minden have reopened on April 22, 2026. Inspections were completed on the Sunnybrook Bridge and the Loggers Footbridge, both have been approved to reopen.

Road Conditions
Township Roads have been impacted by flooding conditions. We thank the community for patience as Township staff work to address the numerous issues. 

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Contact Information:

Township of Minden Hills
Public Inquiry Centre
Email or call 705-286-1260