Weather, Closures, Forest Fires

The Ministry of Natural Resources – Sault Ste. Marie/Blind River District is advising area residents that a Flood Warning is in effect for the District until Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 12:00 pm. Residents throughout the District, especially those located in the Goulais River watershed area, should keep a close watch on water conditions, and stay away from fast-moving rivers ...

Northeast Region  There are currently no active wildland fires in the Northeast Region.   Follow Ontario’s outdoor fire rules Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reminds the public that outdoor fire rules are in effect throughout Ontario’s legislated fire season, which runs from April 1 to October 31. To dispose of yard waste and woody debris, we encourage the use ...

Apr 13, 2026 at 06:45 Central Algoma Area – including Echo Bay, Bruce Mines, Desbarats, St. Joe Island, Thessalon & area   Due to the visibility concerns (fog) in the Central Algoma area, all school-related transportation will be cancelled for today. Schools will remain open.

Apr 12, 2026 at 06:35 5:05 AM EDT Sunday 12 April 2026 Significant rainfall expected today into Monday. The frozen or nearly saturated ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall. What: Rainfall amounts of 20 to 40 mm. Locally higher amounts possible. When: This morning through late Monday morning. Another episode of significant rainfall possible Tuesday. Additional information: ...

Apr 12, 2026 at 06:35 5:05 AM EDT Sunday 12 April 2026 Significant rainfall expected today into Monday. The frozen or nearly saturated ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall. What: Rainfall amounts of 20 to 40 mm. Locally higher amounts possible. When: This morning through late Monday morning. Another episode of significant rainfall possible Tuesday. Additional information: ...

Apr 12, 2026 at 06:35 5:05 AM EDT Sunday 12 April 2026 Significant rainfall expected today into Monday. The frozen or nearly saturated ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall. What: Rainfall amounts of 20 to 40 mm. Locally higher amounts possible. When: This morning through late Monday morning. Another episode of significant rainfall possible Tuesday. Additional information: ...

Apr 12, 2026 at 07:01 On April 10th, the Surface Water Monitoring Centre, Ministry of Natural Resources issued a Flood Watch for MNR Districts Chapleau/Wawa and Sault Ste. Marie (full list is below). With rain expected over the next 5 days with toral amounts ranging from 25 to 60 mm of rainfall expected. The most significant precipitation and milder conditions ...

Apr 9, 2026 at 17:40 The ‘debris’ has been cleared. Apr 9, 2026 at 16:45 ON511 is stating that Hwy 17  from Agawa Bay Lookout to Awausee Trail – All Lanes Closed due to debris on the highway. Originally the blockage was reported as “Debris on HWY 17 Both Directions between Barrett River, Agawa and SAND RIVER RD (E), Algoma. ...

Apr 9, 2026 at 06:35 Highway 11 has reopened. Thank you for your patience and cooperation (OPP Northeast Region) at 4:20 a.m. Apr 8, 2026 at 21:42 OPP Northeast Region is advising of the following road closure is in effect due to severe weather and deteriorating road conditions. (8 April, 9:02 p.m.) Highway 11: Hearst to Cochrane Motorists in affected ...

Apr 8, 2026 at 22:53 On511 is reporting that there is a disabled vehicle in the Kenny Lake area (about 94km south of Wawa). The eastbound lane and shoulder is closed. The rainfall has created ponding on Hwy 17, please drive with care.

Open. Apr 8, 2026 at 22:48 ON511 is reporting that there is a collision on the Ghost Lake Hill and that the eastbound lane and shoulder is closed. It has been freezing rain/rain in the Wawa area for the past half hour. In addition to possible icy roads, the rainfall may have also created ponding, please drive with care.

April 1 marks the beginning of fire season. Ontario’s outdoor fire rules are now in effect. At this time, updates about the fire situation will be published twice weekly. Please note: The next update will be provided on Thursday, April 9. Northeast Region  There are currently no active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. Follow Ontario’s outdoor fire rules Aviation, Forest ...

Apr 7, 2026 at 02:25 The highway has been reopened (1:45 a.m.). Apr 6, 2026 at 23:48 The highway closure has been changed. The highway is now closed from Wawa to Batchawana/Hwy 563 (23:39). The transports are stuck trying to ascend on the Alona Bay Hill heading northbound. Apr 6, 2026 at 23:14 The MTO (Ledcor) just dropped the highway ...

The Ministry of Natural Resources – Chapleau Wawa District is advising area residents that a Flood Watch is in effect in the District until Wednesday, April 08, 2026 at 4:00pm. Residents in the Chapleau Wawa District area should keep a close watch on conditions and exercise caution around lakes, rivers, creeks and streams. Roads and walkways will likely be difficult ...

Apr 4, 2026 at 07:13 Yellow Warning – Winter Storm 5:22 AM EDT Saturday 4 April 2026 Impact Level: Moderate Forecast Confidence: High Hazardous winter conditions expected today. What: Total snowfall and ice pellet amounts of 10 to 15 cm. Peak snowfall rates of 2 to 4 cm per hour. Reduced visibility in heavy snow and local blowing snow. Freezing ...