Peterborough news
2022 - 5 - 22
Woman dead after tree falls in Peterborough County (ThePeterboroughExaminer.com)
Sudden storm causes widespread damage, power outages; Douro-Dummer declares state of emergency.
"While the township assesses the damage, the public is asked to stay away from downed power lines and keep children and pets away from downed lines and fallen trees until the hazards can be addressed," said Uxbridge Mayor Dave Barton in a statement shared on social media. The public is asked to stay off the roads to help staff focus on the hazards rather than manage traffic congestion." Hydro One and city Public Works trucks were out in force Sunday, with crews working to clear trees and branches and replace utility poles. “At this point Hydro One has not determined an ETA to restore power in our area; residents should be prepared for a prolonged period without power. Water is safe to drink the city advises. The power is back on at the city wastewater plant, too.
Sudden Death as Result of Fallen Tree (PTBO Today)
The Peterborough County OPP is investigating a fatal accident after a female was struck by a tree in North Kaw...
UPDATE: Most of Peterborough still in the dark (PTBO Today)
Most of Peterborough is still without power. Hydro One reports significant outages connected to the big storm ...
Early estimates are that hundreds of trees were downed by the storm, often taking with them power lines. Residents are urged to stay away from downed power lines, as they are extremely dangerous. Hydro One reports significant outages connected to the big storm system that went through the area on Saturday afternoon and that some areas might not have power for days.
PHOTOS: Severe storm blasts through Peterborough area leaving ... (ThePeterboroughExaminer.com)
City of Peterborough release at 5:30 p.m. asks people to stay home if possible to help emergency services response.
Report downed wires to police or by calling Hydro One at 1-800-434-1235. The severe weather hit during Hiawatha’s Annual Pow Wow Saturday afternoon, sending hundreds of participants and vendors alike fleeing for cover. Staying off the roads also allows our Public Works crews to make progress clearing streets,” Mayor Diane Therrien said.
Peterborough Public Health Encourages Residents To Take ... (Kawartha 411)
Officials say the resulting power outages and debris clean up may last for several days posing particular risks regarding food and water safety for both rural ...
Use bottled water for drinking, cooking, brushing your teeth and any other activities that involve the direct consumption of water. If your sewage cannot be pumped to the leaching bed, your tank may fill up and backup into the house or discharge to the ground. Drive slowly, as with no street lights it will be difficult to see pedestrians, cyclists and other obstacles or hazards in the road. Use bottled water for drinking, cooking, brushing your teeth and any other activities that involve the direct consumption of water. When the power is restored, verify that any filters and treatment devices have resumed normal operation and flush your plumbing system to remove any untreated water by running the water for several minutes through all plumbing fixtures. The quality of the food item may be affected, but the food will still be safe to consume if it has only been partially thawed.
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