Weather

The Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) has wrapped up its investigation into four storms on May 18, including two in Muskoka.

Restoration times across the region vary.

The Ministry of Natural Resources issued a flood warning and watch for the Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District on May 13.

The Towns of Bracebridge and Gravenhurst are keeping a close eye on rising water levels as flood conditions shift across the region.

Bracebridge Mayor Rick Maloney has issued an update on the flooding in the Bracebridge area, calling it a tenuous situation.

Current road closures include Old North Road from civic address 137 to Fowlers Road, Silver Sands Road at civic address 58, Dyer Memorial Road, and Cann St. from John St. to Chaffey St.

Excess moisture is pushing water levels higher throughout the system, and officials say flows and levels are expected to keep increasing.

With active flooding throughout the region, and rain forecasted to continue over the coming days, Hydro One is offering tips on how residents can stay safe.

According to the Town of Huntsville, water levels have increased significantly over the past 24 hours and are expected to continue rising over the next week. Officials warn that high water levels and localized flooding are occurring in flood-prone areas and urge residents to take precautions.