in Chatsworth, Grey Highlands, Southgate, West Grey
February 18, 2025
February 17, 2025, despite warnings from the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), individuals continued to travel on roads impacted by severe whiteout conditions and poor visibility, leading to significant safety concerns.
The Grey Bruce OPP responded to 38 motor vehicle collisions, including four collisions involving seven or more vehicles with outcomes ranging from no injuries to minor injuries. Additionally, the OPP dealt with 15 traffic hazards, including individuals who became stuck in snowdrifts and snowbanks, some of whom were trapped in their vehicles for hours while waiting for tow trucks.
The OPP urges drivers to heed the advice to limit travel to essential trips only. Regardless of driving experience or comfort level, this precaution is vital for the safety of all road users, first responders, and tow truck operators. To further ensure public safety, yesterday the OPP strongly advised to consider all roads in Grey and Bruce counties as closed, reinforcing the importance of keeping essential services and first responders safe.
The OPP continues warn drivers on delaying their travel plans until the snow squalls are over and weather improves.
Grey County declared a significant weather event on February 15, 2025. The Municipalities of Grey Highlands, Southgate, Chatsworth and West Grey have declaired their own significant weather events. Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) has closed all schools, worksites including the BWDSB education Centre on February 18 due to the weather.
South Bruce Grey Health Centre has closed the Cheseley Emergency Department for the remainder of February 18 and will reopen on Wednesday February 19 at 7 am.
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