Weather, Closures, Forest Fires

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.

Apr 17, 2026 at 21:36 On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, shortly after 7:00 a.m., officers from the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and emergency medical services responded to a report of a fatal snowmobile incident along Highway 11/17 near Settler’s Road. A youth from Lake Helen First Nation, who was operating the snowmobile, was pronounced deceased. As ...

The Thunder Bay Detachment and Shabaqua Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) with the assistance of the OPP North West Region Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team and OPP Collision Re-Constructionists are investigating a fatal collision on Highway 17 near Raith. On Thursday, April 16, 2026, at approximately 3:30 a.m. EDT, officers were notified of a collision involving ...

Hwy 546 is closed between Hwy 17 (Iron Bridge) and the Junction of Hwy 546/554 due to flooding.

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) is advising the community to exercise caution as recent rainfall and spring runoff are causing rising water levels and localized flooding throughout the area. Conditions are expected to persist over the coming days. Current and forecasted weather conditions may lead to water pooling on roadways, washouts, debris, and sudden road closures. Water levels in ...

The Manitoulin OPP is advising members of the public and motorists of severe flooding in several areas across Manitoulin Island, including but not limited to: Flooding and road washouts around Mindemoya, particularly Highway 542 and Highway 551 from Big Lake to Providence Bay Flooding in areas surrounding Kagawong Flooding and road washouts in areas surrounding Evansville Road washouts along Highway ...

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: ...