Power Outage Update - Tay Township

April 1, 2025

Time: 1:05 p.m.

There is no boil water advisory in effect for Tay Township.

Power is starting to be restored in areas of Tay Township; however, the warming centre at the Municipal Office (450 Park St., Victoria Harbour) remains open for residents who are still without power.

If you require transportation to the warming centre, please call 2-1-1 to register for a ride. Pets are welcome. Please bring your own containers for coffee or tea, and charging cables for your devices.

We encourage all residents to be good #TeamTay neighbours and check in on others who may need extra help during this time.

Recreation Program Update
All Township recreation programs, including Active Living classes and facility rentals have resumed as scheduled. Make-up classes have been arranged where possible, and participants have been notified by our Recreation Team.

Road Closures
Several roads remain closed due to fallen trees and hydro hazards. These areas cannot be cleared until Hydro One has safely removed any trees in contact with power lines. Hydro One has been notified.

Current road closures:

Rumney Road – from Elliot Sideroad to Vasey Road
Newton Street – from Granny White Sideroad to Hogg Valley Road
Sandhill Road – from Highway 12 to Fesserton Sideroad
Hogg Valley Road – from Gervais Road to Newton Street

Please continue to avoid these areas for your safety and that of emergency crews. Residents are advised to stay off all roads unless travel is absolutely necessary due to ongoing clean-up operations.

Tree and Brush Clean-Up

Tay Township is responsible for trees located on Township-owned property only. Property owners are responsible for trees on private property. If a privately owned tree has fallen onto Township property, please contact us at 705-524-7248 x230. Township crews will do their best to remove the portion of the tree that extends onto municipal property. Please note that clean-up will only be completed up to the property line—the remaining portion of the tree remains the responsibility of the property owner.

Crews are currently focused on clearing high-priority sites impacted by the storm and are working at full capacity. Your patience and understanding are appreciated as we continue recovery efforts across the community.

Brush Removal – County of Simcoe

The County of Simcoe also provides curbside brush collection. Brush must be bundled and prepared according to the following guidelines:

Bundles must be secured with natural twine
Bundles must not exceed 2 metres in length and 30 cm in diameter
Individual branches must not be more than 7 cm in diameter and 2 metres in length
Logs are not accepted at the curb

Brush that does not meet these requirements may be left behind. However, unbundled brush, large branches, and logs can be dropped off at any County Waste Facility with no size limits. From March 31 to April 28, 2025, brush debris will be accepted free of charge. Please note: root balls are not considered brush and will be charged at the standard waste disposal rate.

For full details on waste facility hours and locations, please visit simcoe.ca/waste.

Safety Reminders

Fallen Power Lines
If a tree is tangled in hydro wires, Township crews cannot remove it until Hydro One has made the area safe. Residents should stay at least 10 metres (33 feet) away from any downed power lines, even if they do not appear to be live. To report a downed line, contact Hydro One at 1-800-434-1235.

Generator Safety
Always run generators outdoors and well away from windows, doors and vents to avoid carbon monoxide exposure.

Candle Use
Never leave candles unattended. Keep them away from flammable materials and use battery-powered lighting when possible.

Food Safety
Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible.

A refrigerator will keep food cold for about four hours.
A full freezer will maintain its temperature for about 48 hours.
Discard perishable items such as meat, dairy and eggs if they have been above 4°C for more than two hours.
Visit the Simcoe Muskoka Health Unit website for more information.

Power Restoration Update
NT Power crews continue to work on restoring service across the area. Updates will be shared as they become available. To view the outage map, visit: Outage Map | NT Power.

March 31, 2025

Time: 9:50 a.m.

Warming Centre Update - Power Outage

The Tay Township warming centre remains open at the Municipal Office (450 Park St., Victoria Harbour). The warming centre will remain open until power is restored. Pets are welcome. Please bring your own portable containers for coffee and tea, as well as charging cables for devices.

If you require transportation to the warming centre, please call 2-1-1 to register for a ride.

We encourage all residents to be good #TeamTay members by checking in on your neighbours, especially those who may need extra assistance during this time.

Recreation Programs Update:

All recreation programs, including Active Living Classes are cancelled until power is restored.

Road Safety:

A reminder that several roads remain closed due to fallen trees that are in contact with hydro lines. These areas cannot be cleared until Hydro One has safely removed the trees. Hydro One has been notified.

Below is the latest update on road closures:

Rumney Road – from Elliot Sideroad to Vasey Road
Newton Street – from Granny White Sideroad to Hogg Valley Road
Sandhill Road – entire road closed
Hogg Valley Road - from Gervais Road to Newton Street

Please continue to avoid these areas for your safety and that of emergency crews. Due to ongoing clean-up efforts, residents are strongly advised to stay off all roads unless absolutely necessary.

Safety Reminders:

Generator Safety: If you are using a generator, always operate it outdoors in a well-ventilated area, well away from windows or doors, to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

Candle Use: Exercise caution when using candles indoors. Keep them away from flammable materials and never leave them unattended. Opt for batter-powered lights whenever possible.

Food Safety: During a power outage, keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible. A refrigerator will keep food cold for about 4 hours, and a full freezer will maintain its temperature for around 48 hours if unopened. Discard perishable foods like meat, dairy, and eggs if they have been above 4°C for more than 2 hours.

Power Update:

NT Power crews are on-site and working to restore power. We will share updates as they become available. For more information on the power outage visit the NT Power outage Map here - Outage Map | NT Power.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we navigate this situation together.

March 30, 2025

Time: 6:05 p.m.

Warming Centre Open Overnight - Power Outage Update

Tay Township has opened a warming centre at the Municipal Office (450 Park St, Victoria Harbour) for those affected by the ongoing power outage.

The centre will remain open overnight, and sleeping cots (portable beds) will be provided. Pets are welcome.

If you require transportation to the warming centre, please call 2-1-1 to register for a ride.

Below is the latest update on road closures:

Rumney Road – from Elliot Sideroad to Vasey Road
Newton Street – from Granny White Sideroad to Hogg Valley Road
Sandhill Road – entire road closed
Hogg Valley Road - from Gervais Road to Newton Street

Please continue to avoid these areas for your safety and that of emergency crews.

Due to ongoing clean-up efforts, residents are strongly advised to stay off all roads unless absolutely necessary.

March 30, 2025

Time: 10:40 a.m.

Power Outage Update - Warming Centre Open

Tay Township has opened a warming centre at the Municipal Office (450 Park St, Victoria Harbour) for those affected by the power outage. Pets are welcome.

Residents in need of transportation to the warming centre are advised to call, 211, a 24/7 information service and helpline to register for a ride.

NT Power crews are on-site, and working to restore power. We will share updates as they become available.

For more information on the power outage visit the NT Power outage Map here - Outage Map | NT Power.

March 30, 2025

Time: 9:27 a.m.

Power Outage Notice

Tay Township has opened a warming centre at the Municipal Office (450 Park St, Victoria Harbour) for those affected by the power outage. Pets are welcome.

NT Power crews are on-site, and working to restore power. We will share updates as they become available.

For more information on the power outage visit the NT Power outage Map here - Outage Map | NT Power.

March 29, 2025

Power Outage Notice

Tay Township is aware of the current power outage affecting parts of our community and is actively monitoring the situation.

To report or learn more about the outage:
Contact NT Power’s toll-free outage line at 1-888-735-4801 or visit ntpower.ca/outages.

For updates on the outage:
Please follow NT Power on Facebook and Twitter/X, or visit their website for the latest information.

We thank residents for their patience and encourage everyone to stay safe.

Warming Centre Update - Power Outage

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