March 28 - Significant Weather Event Declared

March 28, 2025 – The Township of South Frontenac is declaring a Significant Weather Event.

As of 2:00 pm on March 28, 2025, the Township of South Frontenac has declared a Significant Weather Event in accordance with Ontario Regulation 239/02. All roads and sidewalks maintained by the Municipality will be in a “state of repair” until the declaration has been lifted.

Environment Canada has issued a freezing rain warning for our area and the Townships weather reports prolonged periods of freezing rain with possible amounts up to 25mm. The spring ice storm is estimated to begin Friday evening (March 28) though to Monday.  A break in the freezing rain is expected in the day on Saturday into Saturday night before a second round of freezing rain begins. 

A significant weather event is defined as an approaching or occurring weather hazard with the potential to pose a significant danger to the users of highways (streets and roads) within a municipality. This declaration is not a notice of closed roads, and the Township remains diligent in providing continued winter maintenance to ensure public safety. Drivers and pedestrians are encouraged to use an appropriate level of caution when traveling during this event and are asked to be mindful of snowplows as they continue to clear township roads.

The Township encourages all residents to limit non-essential travel. In the event of a non-life-threatening emergency involving roadways, please call 613-376-3027 and follow the prompts to reach the after-hours line. Power outages and failing branches/trees could take place due to the accumulation of heavy ice.  In the event of a power failure do not operate propane heaters, barbeques, or generators inside a home or garage.  Use flashlights or battery-operated candles instead of real candles.   Check to ensure your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are functioning. The community’s support is greatly appreciated at this time. 

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Kyle Bolton 
Director of Public Services 
kbolton@southfrontenac.net