Weather, Closures, Forest Fires

April 29, 2026The Township of Chapleau wishes to provide residents with an update regarding the ongoing monitoring of local water levels and the measures in place to protect our community. Water Level Monitoring Since April 13, 2026, Township staff have been recording the river water level on a daily basis. In accordance with the Township’s Emergency Plan, specific response stages ...

One new wildland fire was confirmed in the Northeast Region since the previous update (April 27):   Haliburton 1 (HAL001) was confirmed April 28. This wildland fire is 6.2 hectares and is located on the north end of Hurds Lake, about 0.25 kilometres northwest of High Lane. The fire is under control. Two FireRanger crews are dedicated to the fire. ...

Apr 30, 2026 at 21:00 Residents are advised that Riverside Drive is currently closed to all traffic due to water on the road between Connaught Street and Devonshire Street. Motorists are asked to follow the posted detour route. Please refer to the attached map for detour details. The Township will provide updates as conditions change. We appreciate your patience and ...

Hwy 556 closed from Searchmont to Ranger Lake due to flooding at 10:57 a.m.

Four new wildland fires were confirmed in the Northeast Region since the previous update (April 23): North Bay 1 (NOR001) was confirmed on April 25. This wildland fire was 0.6 hectares and located just south of Highway 17, and half a kilometre north of Lake Nipissing. It was called out the same day. Sudbury 1 (SUD001) was confirmed on April ...

Apr 28, 2026 at 07:22 4:55 AM EDT Tuesday 28 April 2026 Significant rainfall expected. The frozen or nearly saturated ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall. What: Rainfall amounts of 15 to 25 mm. Locally higher amounts possible. When: Continuing through this morning and possibly this afternoon for some locales. Additional information: Confidence is low regarding rainfall ...

The east lane and shoulder on Hwy 17 at the Old Woman Bay Hill is closed due to a failed culvert. The closure was at 21:34. On Sunday, May 19th at 18:52 the lane and west shoulder was closed, with repairs completed Monday, May 20th at 6:07 a.m.

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 of alternatives such ...

On April 18, 2026, Sault Ste Marie OPP assisted with a rescue on Mile 38 Road, located off Highway 17 north. Individuals called 911 to report being trapped on the roof of their vehicle after driving into a washout. The vehicle quickly became submerged, and water levels were rising. Sault OPP was assisted by Goulais Fire & Rescue, who utilized ...

Apr 23, 2026 at 06:46 UPDATE (OPP North West Region at 5:40 a.m.): Hwy. 11-17, Hwy. 17 and Hwy. 11 have fully reopened in Nipigon. We appreciated your patience and understanding during the on-site investigation and clean-up.  UPDATE (OPP North West Region at 9:35 p.m.: Due to a collision that occurred near the Nipigon River Bridge, Highway 17 is closed ...

The Ministry of Natural Resources – Chapleau Wawa District is advising area residents that a Flood Watch is in effect in the District until Friday, May 08, 2026 at 4:00pm. Residents in the Chapleau, Wawa, Foleyet, White River, Hawk Junction, Missanabie, Dubreuilville, Manitouwadge, Sultan, Nemegos, Biscotasing and area should keep a close watch on local conditions and exercise caution around ...

April 21, 2026The Township of Chapleau wishes to provide residents with an update regarding the ongoing monitoring of local water levels and the measures in place to protect our community.Water Level MonitoringSince April 13, 2026, Township staff have been recording the river water level on a daily basis. In accordance with the Township’s Emergency Plan, specific response stages have been ...

Apr 18, 2026 at 07:26 ON511 is advising that Hwy 101 has the eastbound lane and shoulder closed due to flooding at 7:15 a.m.

Apr 18, 2026 at 06:40 The flooding of the Goulais River has caused a number of road closures: Byres Side Road – All Lanes Closed (April 17, 1:45 p.m.) Pine Shores Road – All Lanes Closed (April 17, 1:40 p.m.) Witry Road – All Lanes Closed (April 16, 12:45 p.m.)  

Apr 18, 2026 at 06:40 Hwy 556 is closed at Searchmont to Hwy 129 due to the highway being washed out. The highway was closed April 17th at 8:20 p.m.