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City of Orillia Emergency Operations Update #10 - April 3 at 8:30 a.m.

Fire at Orillia Wastewater Treatment Centre and heavy rains impacts operation; Orillia’s drinking water is safe

For Immediate Release - (April 3, 2025) — The City of Orillia is responding to the impacts of a fire that occurred late last night at the Orillia Wastewater Treatment Centre, which has significantly impacted operations at the facility. Additionally, heavy rains of more than 50 mm in a short period of time overnight have also strained the system.  

“We are doing everything possible to...

City of Orillia declares Significant Weather Event – April 2, 2025

Update: Significant Weather Event Declared Over April 4, 2025

The Significant Weather Event declared on April 2, 2025 by the City of Orillia was declared over on April 4, 2025. Municipalities can declare a Significant Weather Event under the Municipal Act, 2001, O. Reg. 239/02, relating to the maintenance of municipal roads, sidewalks and bike lanes. All roadways in the municipality are deemed to be in a state of repair with respect to snow accumulation.

For immediate release (April 2, 2025) – The...

City of Orillia Emergency Operations Update #9 - April 2 at 5 p.m.

Ice storm power outages increase risk of hypothermia

For immediate release (April 2, 2025) – In the aftermath of this week’s severe ice storm, widespread power outages across the City are leaving many residents without heat, increasing the risk of hypothermia, especially for young children, older adults, and those with health conditions.

“With homes getting colder with the drop in temperature, the risk of hypothermia is real and serious,” said Mayor Don McIsaac. “We are urging residents to take...

City of Orillia Emergency Operations Update #8 - April 2 at 1 p.m.

For immediate release (April 2, 2025) – The City of Orillia’s Municipal Emergency Control Group continues to respond to the impacts of the ice storm, working around the clock to coordinate the emergency response and ensure public safety.

UPDATES

Showers Now Available for Orillia Residents Without Power

In response to ongoing power outages in the community, the City of Orillia is now providing temporary shower access for Orillia residents in need at the Orillia Recreation Centre (255 West St. S.),...

City of Orillia Emergency Operations Update #7 - April 1 at 7 p.m.

For immediate release (April 1, 2025) – The City of Orillia’s Municipal Emergency Control Group continues to respond to the impacts of the ice storm, working around the clock to coordinate the emergency response and ensure public safety.

UPDATES 

New Weather Warnings In Effect

While the recent ice storm has passed, the City of Orillia is preparing for another round of severe weather that may further complicate recovery efforts. Environment Canada has issued both a Rainfall Warning and a Freezing...