State of Emergency declared on April 2

Township of Severn has declared a State of Emergency as of Wednesday, April 2 at 4:30 p.m. under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act as a result of the severe impacts of the ice storm and forecasted weather. View the declaration.

Notice of Boil Water Advisory for Westshore

Due to a generator failure at the Westshore Wastewater and Water Treatment Plant, the Township of Severn has issued a boil water advisory notice for customers in the area of Westshore on April 1 at 9:30 p.m. 

Residents and properties in the affected area are required to boil water before consumption until at least Saturday, April 5. This notice will be updated when the advisory is lifted.

Road closure update

Severn's Roads Team has been working 24/7 to remove debris and downed trees from local roadways. Roadways that remain closed are those that have downed powerlines and are awaiting Hydro One clearance. View the full list of road closures.

Potable water stations

Potable water stations are available for residents who may continue to have no power and those who rely on wells.

Potable water can be accessed at:

  1. Coldwater Water Supply and Distribution System: Outdoor 24-hour access (14 Sheridan Drive).
  2. Washago Community Centre: Indoor 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. access (4361 Hamilton Street)

Warming Centres now open in Washago and Coldwater

Warming Centres are now open at the Washago Community Centre (4361 Hamilton Street) and the Coldwater Community Centre (11 Michael Anne Drive). Both Warming Centres will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily until further notice. Individuals and families looking for a warm space to charge their devices, access restrooms, or get a warm drink can drop by as needed.

Orillia Warming Centre Open to Severn Residents

March 31, 2025
The Relief Centre at the Orillia Recreation Centre (255 West Street South, Orillia) is open for Township of Severn residents.  The Relief Centre is open until 9 p.m. today (March 31). Guests must register by 9 p.m. if they wish to stay overnight. The centre offers a warm, safe space, charging stations (priority for medical devices), access to restrooms, and light refreshments.  For updates, please visit the City of Orillia website at orillia.ca.
As Hydro One and their contractors continue to work on restoring hydro to all residents within the Township, please remember to check on your neighbours.  This friendly gesture, can help to brighten someone's day.
The Washago Community Centre remains closed until power is restored to the area.  To maintain water and wastewater services to residents on Township services, all Township generators have been diverted to the water and wastewater facilities.  The use of the generators are required to keep water and wastewater equipment running so it stays at its pre-ice storm safety levels and remains safe for you and your family.

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1024 Hurlwood Lane
Severn, Ontario

Phone: 705-325-2315
Fax: 705-327-5818
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