A planned outage is scheduled for July 7, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This outage is required to allow crews to safely complete repairs to storm-damaged electrical equipment.

Approximately 291 Hydro One customers will be impacted by this planned outage. Affected customers have already been notified through Hydro's automated phone system. Customers can visit the outage map, (select "future planned outages" in the legend) or call 1-888-664-9376 for more information.

Tips to Prepare for the Planned Outage
1. Ensure appliances, such as stoves, are in the off position.
2. Fully charge cellphones and other necessary devices.
3. Use a battery powered alarm clock or cellphone for wake-up alarms.
4. Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible; use a cooler with ice for items needed during the outage.
5. If water service may be affected, fill containers with water for drinking and cooking.
6. If using a generator, operate it outdoors in a dry area, away from open windows, doors, and vents. Visit the Electrical Safety Authority at esasafe.com for more safety tips.

Russel Road between Sand Bay and Dulcemaine.

A temporary road closure is scheduled to accommodate a cross-culvert replacement.

Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026, until work is completed
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily

Motorists, please obey traffic control signage, flag persons, and give workers and equipment plenty of space.

For immediate release

July 2, 2026

Cataraqui Conservation Issues Flood Watch for Charleston Lake and Gananoque Lake & Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety for Inland Lakes and Streams

Kingston – Cataraqui Conservation has issued a Flood Watch today for Charleston Lake and Gananoque Lake & Water Safety Statement for inland lakes and streams due to elevated and increasing flows and water levels.

Weather Situation:

Heavy rainfall associated with the thunderstorms on June 30 and July 1 has caused runoff to area watercourses and inland lakes, increasing water levels and flows. It appears that the Gananoque River system received more rainfall on July 1 than other areas, with 84 mm reported to have fallen that afternoon and evening. 

More thunderstorms are possible today (July 2) that could bring additional rainfall.

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MAYNARD — Steve Clark, MPP for Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes, announced today that the Ontario government is investing $105,312 in six local projects through the Seniors Community Grant program.