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Back to SearchSeguin Township staff and Seguin Fire Services are reminding residents to be prepared for winter weather-related challenges, including ongoing periods of hydro outages, road, and facility closures, as well as shelter-in-place orders.
“The weather last Christmas was a stark reminder of how impactful these winter storms can be,” says Seguin Fire Chief Sean Carroll. “It’s essential that municipal staff and residents are prepared and that we have realistic expectations about services during these emergency scenarios.”
Please remember:
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Every household should have an emergency kit on hand with enough essential supplies for at least 72 hours without services and power. These supplies include non-perishable food, water, medication, flashlights, and batteries. Visit Ontario.ca for a full list of recommended items.
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Municipalities can declare a “Significant Weather Event” (SWE) when conditions are hazardous, which suspends Minimum Maintenance Standards (MMS) timelines. During these events, crews are dispatched and working as quickly and as safely as possible to clear Township roads and surfaces, but residents and visitors should be prepared to wait longer than usual to have roads cleared.
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There is no parking on Seguin Township roads during the winter at any time. Parking on Township roads can hinder maintenance as snowplows need space to operate safely and effectively.
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If you have a fireplace or wood stove, have ample firewood and kindling available to stay warm.
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Stock up on extra fuel for generators and snowblowers.
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It is never safe operate a generator or barbeque indoors, including inside a garage or shed.
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Residents who live on private roads are responsible for arranging maintenance and clearing.
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Road inquiries should be directed to Public Works 705-732-4300 during normal business hours (8:30am – 4:30pm). Seguin’s afterhours number is 705-751-0050.
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