99.5 Moose FM

MUSKOKA'S BEST MUSIC! Home of Moose Mornings with Michelle and Afternoons with Josh!

[105.5 Moose FM @moosefm1055]

More details on this morning’s fire at the Antler Steakhouse at Deerhurst Resort. Damage estimated at $3.5M–$5M. No injuries reported. Ontario Fire Marshal investigating.

See full story below ⬇️

https://t.co/op9rWASq1H

[Rick Lowes @RickLowes935]

MooseFM Live on Location at City Electric Supply 334 Industrial Park Road in Haliburton for their Grand Opening Celebration! Bring the crew in for lunch from Boshkung Smokehouse, talk to the vendor reps and win some prizes!

[99.5 Moose FM @moose995]

Due to continued power loss, TLDSB has made the decision to keep schools and child care centres closed tomorrow, April 2nd. More info below ⬇️

https://t.co/VlDOHNAR36

[99.5 Moose FM @moose995]

District of Muskoka has updates on the state of emergency, you can read them here 🔀 https://t.co/t0lWKGeNtn

[99.5 Moose FM @moose995]

More TLDSB closures tomorrow!

More info ➡️ https://t.co/TIGJbztlIy

[99.5 Moose FM @moose995]

School Closures below! ⬇️⬇️

https://t.co/BgWSf8ykqP

[District of Muskoka @DistrictMuskoka]

🚨 State of Emergency 🚨

The District of Muskoka has declared a state of emergency in response to a severe ice storm that swept through the District from March 28 to 30, causing widespread power outages, downed trees and hydro lines, and hazardous road conditions.

⚠️ Stay home. Stay safe.

➡️ Residents are urged to stay home and off the roads. Many roads are blocked or reduced to one lane with crews reporting actively falling trees and live hydro lines.
➡️ Travelling could leave you stranded, and emergency services may be delayed.

Read the full notice: https://t.co/XFri7WXSlC

📱💻 For safety reminders, up-to-date information and helpful resources, please visit https://t.co/VvhecsBD01

#Muskoka #ONstorm #EmergencyAlert #IceStorm

[99.5 Moose FM @moose995]

Elexicon has declared Gravenhurst to be in a state of emergency.
ETOR: Could be as late as Thursday.

HydroOne says all their crews have been dispatched with some restoration times as late as noon tomorrow.

Lakeland power has no new info on restoration times.

[99.5 Moose FM @moose995]

Lakeland power has restored parts of Bracebridge, 3 more outages are still being worked on

Elexicon restoration times have been pushed back to 9:45-11:00pm

HydroOne has yet to provide specific restoration times but list 5pm for those surrounding Bracebridge

[99.5 Moose FM @moose995]

Outage updates from websites:

Lakeland power
- still no restoration times

HydroOne
- still no restoration times
- crews on scene

Elexicon
- main street Gravenhurst may get power back as early as 1:45pm-2:00pm today
- Doe Lake Rd or Glen Echo: 5pm
- Muskoka Beach Rd: 7pm

[99.5 Moose FM @moose995]

Multiple power outtages in Gravenhurst and bracebridge

Elexicon's estimated restoration time is today (March 29th) at 5pm.

HydroOne and Lakeland Power customers have yet to receive restoration times.

[99.5 Moose FM @moose995]

The District of Muskoka has declared a Significant Weather Event for all district roads effective immediately. Freezing rain & heavy snow are impacting road operations, residents are being asked to avoid non-essential travel on district roads till until further notice.

[TLDSB @TLDSB]

@SpruceGlenPS is currently under another hold and secure, due to bears on the property.

All students and staff are safe, and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry and the OPP are on site.

Families have been communicated with via SchoolMessenger.

[99.5 Moose FM @moose995]

We have more about this on https://t.co/xO7cOdUH8I
~Mathew

[District of Muskoka @DistrictMuskoka]

We were thrilled to welcome @KingaSurmaMPP and @GraydonTheMPP for the announcement of $50M in new funding for Muskoka’s water and wastewater infrastructure. This investment will enable 3,200 new homes and help meet our housing needs.
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[TLDSB @TLDSB]

There is a power outage that is affecting @GlenOrchardPS, including the water, internet, and phone lines.

The school remains open to students.

Families have been communicated with via SchoolMessenger.

If you need to contact the school: 705-324-6776 or [email protected].

[Muskoka Lakes Fire Department @MuskokaLakesFD]

On September 11, 2001, 246 people readied for flights, 2,606 for work, 343 for firefighting, 60 for police duty, and 8 as paramedics—none saw past 10 am. Life changed.

Please cherish love, and never take life for granted.
#NeverForget #September11

[TLDSB @TLDSB]

@SpruceGlenPS is currently under a hold and secure due to a bear in the schoolyard. All students and staff are safe, and the OPP have been called.

Families have been communicated with via SchoolMessenger.

[99.5 Moose FM @moose995]

A hold and secure is in place at Spruce Glen Public School after a bear was spotted in the playground.

@TLDSB says students are being kept inside and will not be allowed to be signed out until the situation is resolved.
~Mathew

[99.5 Moose FM @moose995]

You can still donate to the Hike for Hospice if you couldn't make it to Bala over the weekend: https://t.co/HWaIr9ANyM

They're less than $5,000 away from their goal!
~Mathew

[Old Brass @StoichioGuy]

@moose995 @HospiceMuskoka Wonderful event for a fantastic cause!

This organization deserves every bit of support the community can muster. Since opening, Andy’s House/Hospice Muskoka has had the privilege of meeting the needs of 800 people - and their families - at no cost to them!

[99.5 Moose FM @moose995]

The second annual Hike for @HospiceMuskoka at the Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery was a SUCCESS!

Michelle and I enjoyed the afternoon with a bunch of other walkers in beautiful Bala.

You can still donate: https://t.co/qdIySlyken
~Mathew