Township of Ramara Declares Significant Weather Event – December 28, 2025
Township of Ramara Significant Weather Event Ended Effective - Dec. 31 at 12 p.m. (Noon)
The Significant Weather Event declared on Dec. 28, by the Township of Ramara was declared over effective at 12 p.m. on Dec. 31, 2025.
Municipalities can declare a Significant Weather Event under the Municipal Act, 2001, O. Reg. 239/02, relating to the maintenance of municipal roads, sidewalks and bike lanes. All roadways in the municipality are deemed to be in a state of repair with respect to ice and snow accumulation.
A Yellow Snow Squall Warning issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada remains in effect for our area with the potential for reduced visibility and local snowfall amounts of 10 to 20 cm.
The Township will continue to monitor conditions and addressed as required. Residents can check road conditions by visiting ontario.ca/511 or by calling 511.
Winter Storm Update - Dec. 30, 2025 - 9 a.m.
Township Operations Update
Operations crews are currently out addressing drifting snow caused by high winds and applying additional sand and salt as needed. Crews will continue to monitor conditions closely as snow squalls are expected to persist today and will respond as required.
Power Update
Hydro One has restored power to most areas of the Township, with only small, localized pockets still without power.
Environment Canada - Yellow Snow Squall Warning in Effect
Snow squalls and blowing snow are expected to continue in our area. Visibility may drop to near zero at times, with 15–25 cm of additional snow expected and totals possibly exceeding 30 cm. Strong northwest winds of 50–70 km/h will continue, easing later today.
Significant Weather Event
The Significant Weather Event declared on Sunday, Dec. 28 remains in effect.
What This Means for Residents
Travel conditions may change quickly and without warning. Roads may become hazardous or impassable at times. Residents are strongly encouraged to avoid unnecessary travel. If you must go out, please check Ontario 511 for the latest road conditions.
To help keep everyone safe, please:
- No parking on municipal roads, especially overnight (midnight to 7 a.m.).
- Do not push or blow snow onto the road. This is unsafe and violates the Highway Traffic Act.
- Keep mailboxes, green civic address signs, fire hydrants, catch basins and culverts clear and visible.
- Please make sure to keep children away from roadside snowbanks – no tunnelling or playing close to the road.
- Avoid non-essential travel. If you must drive, slow down, increase following distance and turn your lights on.
If you have a concern about road conditions, please use our online reporting tool: www.ramara.ca/reportit.
To report trees down on Township property or local roads, please contact the Emergency After-Hours Line at 705-484-5374, option 9.
The Township will continue to monitor conditions closely and provide updates as required. Please continue to follow Environment Canada alerts and forecasts.
Stay safe!
Winter Storm Update – Dec. 29, 2025 – 4 p.m.
Conditions across Ramara continue to change rapidly, shifting from near-clear to whiteout conditions with little warning. Township crews are actively monitoring road conditions and will respond and address issues as required.
Pockets of power outages continue across the Township. Hydro One crews are responding and working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible.
To report trees down on Township property or local roads, please contact the Emergency After-Hours Line at 705-484-5374, option 9. Please be patient, as the answering service is managing a high volume of calls due to the storm.
As snow accumulates, please keep home exhaust and intake vents clear to prevent carbon monoxide buildup inside your home.
The Significant Weather Event declared on Sunday, Dec. 28 remains in effect, and Ramara continues to be under multiple Environment Canada warnings.
Blizzard-like conditions with near-zero visibility, rapidly accumulating snow, and strong wind gusts of 70–90 km/h are expected. Residents are strongly encouraged to avoid travel. If you must go out, check Ontario 511 for the latest road conditions.
Report power outages or get updates from Hydro One:
- Online: hydroone.com/outages
- Text “outage” to 92887 (WATTS)
- Call 1-800-434-1235
- Downed power lines: Stay at least 10 metres back and call 911 immediately. You can also report downed lines to Hydro One.
Stay Safe!
Winter Storm Update – Dec. 29, 2025 – 9 a.m.
Township operations crews have been out since 3 a.m. this morning (Dec. 29) scraping and breaking up ice as warmer temperatures allow. Additional sand and salt have been applied across Township roads and sidewalks. More than 15 mm of precipitation fell across the Township yesterday.
At this time, there are no road closures and no reports of downed trees within Ramara. Road conditions remain highly variable, including bare pavement, icy sections, and areas of ponding. These road conditions may worsen later today with the anticipated flash freeze.
A Snow Squall Warning and Wind Warning remain in effect for our area with blizzard conditions, near-zero visibility, and 25–45 cm of snowfall possible. An initial intense snow squall late this morning may bring a rapid volume of snow, a sharp temperature drop, and icy surfaces. Strong winds with gusts of 70–90 km/h are expected today, increasing the risk of tree damage, power outages, and service disruptions, especially in areas with existing ice buildup.
The combination of snow, blowing snow, strong winds, and rapidly changing temperatures will make travel extremely hazardous, with conditions potentially deteriorating quickly. Residents are strongly encouraged to avoid travel unless absolutely necessary, charge devices, ensure generators and vehicles are fuelled, have their 72-hour emergency kits on hand, secure loose outdoor items, and check on vulnerable neighbours if it is safe to do so.
Reporting Information:
- Report power outages or get updates from Hydro One:
- Online: hydroone.com/outages
- Text “outage” to 92887 (WATTS)
- Call 1-800-434-1235
- Downed power lines: Stay at least 10 metres back and call 911 immediately. You can also report downed lines to Hydro One.
- Downed trees or damage on Township property or local roads: Call the Emergency After-Hours Line at 705-484-5374, option 9, or online at: ramara.ca/ReportIt.
Power Outage & Generator Safety
• Stay warm using blankets and layered clothing
• Never use generators indoors, including garages or enclosed spaces, or near open doors or windows (carbon monoxide risk)
• Maintain at least 10 feet (3 metres) of clearance from your home, vehicle, deck, or any combustible material
• Always turn generators off and allow them to cool before refuelling
• Do not overload extension cords
• Place generators downwind from your home and away from air intakes
• Do not use barbecues, gas stoves, or camp stoves indoors
• Keep fridge and freezer doors closed to preserve food
• Use battery-powered lights instead of candles
• Charge essential devices when power is available
The Township will continue to monitor conditions closely and address conditions as required. The Significant Weather Event declared on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, remains in effect. Please continue to follow Environment Canada alerts and forecasts.
Snow Squall Watch (Monday–Tuesday)
Wind gusts of 70–90 km/h are expected from Monday morning through Monday evening. Areas with ice buildup are especially vulnerable to tree damage and power outages.
Report power outages or get updates from Hydro One:
Environment Canada issued a Freezing Rain warning on December 28, 2025, for the Ramara area, with freezing rain ice accretion of 4 to 8 mm on some surfaces.
Members of the public are asked to avoid travel at this time and should be aware of the potential for deteriorating conditions both locally and area wide.
Township of Ramara winter control crews remain operational and will be maintaining roads, focusing on main routes.
Municipalities can declare a Significant Weather Event under the Municipal Act, 2001, O. Reg. 239/02, relating to the maintenance of municipal roads, sidewalks, and bike lanes. All roadways in the municipality are deemed to be in a state of repair with respect to ice accretion.
The Township will provide updates at ramara.ca and on the Township’s social media channels once the Significant Weather Event has ended.
Contact Us
Corporation of the Township of Ramara
2297 Highway 12, PO Box 130, Brechin, ON, L0K 1B0
T. 705-484-5374
E. ramara@ramara.ca
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