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Based on beach water testing results taken on July 16, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is informing residents and visitors to the Township of Severn that a swimming advisory is in place at Washago Centennial Park beach as E. Coli levels currently exceed the recreational guidelines.

Residential water use can increase by up to 50 percent during the summer months. This increased water use puts more strain on Severn's water supply and distribution systems. To help conserve water and reduce costs, our Lawn Watering By-law restricts water usage from May 15 to November 1 for any properties serviced by the municipal water system.

The fire danger rating in Severn has been set to HIGH. At the high rating, burning is allowed but please use extra caution and never leave a fire unattended. Severn Fire and Emergency Services recommends no burning.

The outdoor watering ban issued for Bass Lake Woodlands subdivision on May 26 has been lifted as the second well is now operational. We appreciate the patience and understanding of the Bass Lake Woodlands community as work was completed on this major project.

Township of Severn, the Couchiching OPP Board, and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are working together to host a Community Town Hall on August 20.

A Heat Warning for Simcoe County will be in effect for July 5 and July 6. Dangerously hot, humid conditions are expected for tomorrow through to Sunday with daytime highs of 31 to 33ºC, humidex values of 40, and overnight lows above 21ºC. Residents can cool down indoors and access water at the Severn Township Public Library. Residents are also able to access the City of Orillia cooling centres.

Residents in the Bass Lake Woodlands subdivision are asked to reduce water consumption effective May 26, as the system is operating at reduced capacity until the approval of well #2. 

Water and wastewater (sewer) bills were issued to customers this week with a payment due date of July 31.

Township of Severn will be undertaking the application of herbicide to occurrences of Giant hogweed located along the Uhthoff Trail, primarily in the areas of Division Road and Carlyon Line, and Uhthoff Line and Foxmead Road. Signage will be placed in the areas of the trail that have been treated. 

Township of Severn is currently accepting applications from individuals who are passionate about their community and who would like to share their skills and expertise as a member of the Council-appointed Public Library Board.