Township of Severn declares Significant Weather Event on December 28

Due to current and forecasted weather conditions that may pose a risk to public safety, the Township of Severn has declared a Significant Weather Event under Regulation 239/02 of the Municipal Act. 

Environment Canada has issued a Yellow Alert for Severn and surrounding areas. Freezing rain is expected to begin the afternoon of December 28 and continue overnight, possibly changing to rain Monday morning as temperatures rise slightly above freezing.

Potential impacts:

• ice accumulation of 4 to 8 mm
• prolonged power outages
• property damage, including trees and structures

Please monitor Environment Canada for updates.

During a Significant Weather Event, all roadways and sidewalks are considered to be in a state of repair and may be unsafe to use. This declaration is not necessarily a notice of a reduced level of service or a road closure. The declaration is to notify the public that due to the current and forecasted conditions, caution should be used if travel is necessary, and that it may take longer than usual to bring the condition of the roads to a state of repair. Please avoid any unnecessary travel, and if you must travel, please use extra caution.

This declaration will remain in effect until further notice. Updates will be provided when the event is lifted through:

• posting a cancellation notice on our website
• sharing the cancellation on social media (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram)

Be prepared

Power outages are possible.

Residents should:

• charge devices in advance
• ensure vehicles have enough fuel
• have an emergency kit ready, including:
• flashlight and extra batteries
• battery-powered or wind-up radio
• first aid kit
• portable charger for electronics
• water (two litres per person per day)
• non-perishable food and manual can opener
• blankets, candles, matches
• cash (in case electronic payments are unavailable)
• emergency contact list

Safety reminders

Stay at least 10 metres away from downed power lines. They may still be energized and dangerous.
Report downed lines to Hydro One at 1-800-434-1235, or text 'outage' to 92887 (WATTS). For outage updates and safety tips, visit hydroone.com/power-outages-and-safety.

Contact us

To reach us after hours, please call 1-833-896-9963.

In the event of an emergency, call 9-1-1.