Kawartha Lakes urges property owners in flood-prone zones to prepare for 2025 flood season

Kawartha Lakes – Following a winter of historic snowfall, Kawartha Lakes is gearing up for potential spring flooding. As snow melts, some areas are prone to high water levels, and residents in flood-prone zones are encouraged to prepare.

Sandbag Locations

To assist with flood preparedness, Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue and Public Works have provided free sandbags at the following locations:

Fill-Your-Own Sandbags (bring a shovel)

• Ward Park Norland Community Centre (7675 Highway 35 North, Norland)
• Dalton Community Centre (13 Rumohr Drive, Sebright)
• Chisholm Trail (South of Black River Road near Amon Drive)

Pre-Filled Sandbags (Available starting the evening of March 19, 2025)

• Burnt River Community Centre (16 Somerville Centre Road, Burnt River)

Supplies are available on a first-come, first-served basis—please only take what you need.

Flood Watch and Safety Advisory

As of March 17 at 1pm, Kawartha Conservation issued a Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Watch due to rising water levels from rain and snowmelt. Streams, rivers, and lakes are dangerous with high water levels and ice instability. Residents with waterfront properties should prepare for elevated water and potential flooding.

Read the Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Watch.

Stay Informed

• Activate your Jump Inbox and subscribe to Weather and Emergency news to receive flood news and advisories straight to your email.
• Follow Kawartha Lakes on Facebook to see the latest updates.
• Tune in to the latest warnings and advisories on 91.9 Bounce FM radio and Global/CHEX television.
• Road closures due to flooding: Public safety is our top priority. Roads will be closed if they are deemed to be unsafe. All road closures and re-openings are posted on Municipal 511 and can be viewed on the flood page of our website at www.kawarthalakes.ca/flood or directly at www.municipal511.ca

For flood preparation tips, visit our Emergency Management page. Stay safe and be prepared!

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