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It’s not over yet- but for the most part, Northumberland County was spared major damage that other areas didn’t.
On Sunday, March 30, 2025 the City of Peterborough declared a state of emergency relating to the ice storm.
The state of emergency was to support recover efforts related to the ice storm.
There are still thousands without power in Northumberland County as of 3 p.m. on Sunday, but the hardest hit areas locally seemed to be north of the lakeshore.
Cramahe, Trent Hills, Hamilton Township and the rural area of Port Hope with numerous trees down due to ice accumulating on the trees.
Some houses and vehicles were damaged by falling trees, roads were blocked by downed power lines, trees and branches, but it could have been much worse had the temperature dropped a few more degrees.
Emergency services in all townships were busy with power outages and downed power lines starting on Saturday night.
Work crews from across Northumberland County did their best to keep up with fallen trees across the roads.
It seems like Hydro One and Lakefront Utilities crews will be busy over the next several days restoring power.
By daybreak on Sunday well traveled roads were throughout the area were clear. Side roads were still being cleared of debris.
Trees are still toppled over onto hydro wires in areas of the County while some driveways were blocked with fallen trees.
A tree toppled onto a house in Gores Landing, but it appears there wasn’t major damage.
In Northumberland County, Cobourg and Port Hope received power outages.
Lakefront Utilities provided an update:
Lakefront crews are working 24/7 to restore power after the severe ice storm caused significant damage, in Colborne and Cobourg. Hydro One is also working hard to restore loss of supply to affected Colborne areas. Stay safe — watch for falling ice from power lines, avoid downed wires, and limit travel on hazardous roads. We’re incredibly grateful for our dedicated crews and all line workers across the province working through these tough conditions.
The Hydro One loss of supply from the M16 feeder in Colborne is ongoing and restoration of power is estimated to be 2-3 hours. We will keep you updated as soon more updates become available. Thank you for your ongoing patience
Cramahe Township
Significant Weather Event – March 30, 2025
The Township of Cramahe is declaring a “Significant Weather Event” under Ontario Regulation 366/18 s.8, Municipal Act 2001. Due to current and forecasted conditions, excessive ice accumulation and downed trees across the municipality have made it impractical to maintain safe road surfaces according to Minimum Maintenance Standards.
We advise residents to stay home and avoid any non-essential travel. The declaration will remain in effect until conditions improve, at which point an official “End of the Significant Weather Event” notice will be issued. Road users are urged to exercise caution and adjust driving accordingly.
Staff are making every effort to address all emergencies, please be patient and stay off the roads.
Municipality of Port Hope
The Town Park Recreation Centre is closed today due to a power outage. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.
The Jack Burger Sports Complex remains open for those needing access to water, device charging, or a warm space. All swimming programs are canceled.
Ice/ arena user groups at the Jack Burger Sports Complex are continuing as scheduled, but patrons should check with their associations for any programming updates.
We will provide further updates as information becomes available.
Hamilton Township
UPDATE: Significant Weather Event – Winter Weather Advisory
Due to icy road conditions and fallen trees, we strongly advise avoiding travel unless absolutely necessary.
While we urge residents to stay home, the Baltimore Recreation Centre (23 Community Centre Road) and Bewdley Community Centre (7060 Lake Street) are open today from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. for residents to fill water, charge devices, and warm up. Tomorrow, these facilities and Fire Station 3 located in Harwood (5242 Front Street), will reopen at 8 a.m. to continue offering space for residents to warm up, recharge, and refill water.
Road and emergency crews are actively working to keep roads safe and clear. We appreciate your patience as they continue their efforts.
We Ask You to Stay Safe:
– Refrain from travel unless absolutely necessary
– Report downed power lines & stay away!
– Stay clear of fallen trees, branches and damaged electrical equipment.
– Check on your neighbors.
– Use flashlights, NOT candles.
To report power outages or find local updates, please check Ontario Hydro One’s status here: https://www.hydroone.com/power-outages-and…/outage-tools
Municipality of Brighton
As of 8:10 am March 30, 2025, The Municipality of Brighton is declaring a “Significant Weather Event” in accordance with Ontario Regulation 366/18 s.8. Municipal Act 2001.
Due to the current and forecasted weather conditions, there has been excessive amounts of ice accumulation on roadways with addition of down trees across the municipality. These conditions are anticipated to make it impractical to maintain safe road surfaces in line with our level of service, Minimum Maintenance Standards. Until the official declaration of the “END” of the Significant Weather Event.
Staff will :
Monitor road conditions and weather patterns
Remove down trees across the municipality and open roads, prioritizing higher-risk areas.
Apply materials to the roads i.e. salt, sand/salt.
Keeping communication open with updates to Hydro One, Fire Dept, OPP, Bell.
The declaration of this significant weather event will remain in effect until conditions improve to the point where it is practical to return to routine roadway maintenance standards (MMS). At that time, an official communication will be issued to declare the “End of the Significant Weather Event” We encourage all roadways users to exercise caution during this time. Please adjust your driving to reflect the conditions of the road.
Residents and visitors will be kept up to date as things change throughout this weather event.
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
As a result of the extreme ice storm and ongoing wide-spread power outages across the district all KPR schools, childcare centres, buildings, and worksites, including Education Centres, are CLOSED Monday, March 31 to students and staff.
City of Peterborough
For residents who need a heated location in Peterborough the City has opened reception centres at the following locations:
Healthy Planet Arena, banquet hall, 911 Monaghan Rd., from 6 a.m. on Sunday, March 30 to 8 a.m. on Monday, March 31 (overnight reception centre)
Miskin Law Community Complex, 271 Lansdowne St. W., from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, March 30
Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre, 775 Brealey Dr. (currently working to restore the backup generator to provide power to the facility), from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, March 30
The City is providing an overnight reception centre at Heathy Planet Arena, which will remain open until at least 8 a.m. on Monday, March 31.
Author: Pete Fisher
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