State of emergency continues in Wawa (update)

NEWS RELEASE

MUNICIPALITY OF WAWA

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WAWA, ON (November 13, 2012) - Municipal staff and volunteers continue to work towards the termination of the emergency that was declared in Wawa on October 25, 2012, due to torrential rains and massive flooding [photo].

The Community Control Group continues to debrief while Emergency Measures Ontario is actively discussing the event and measures that are being taken in terms of recovery and mitigation.

Municipal Infrastructure staff continue to work at repairing damage to roads while also concerning themselves with winter control. 

Mayor Linda Nowicki said that, “The resolve of our municipal staff and volunteers has been exemplary and I am proud to be associated with such a dedicated group.”

The Municipality of Wawa continues to work with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing towards participation in the Ontario Disaster Assistance Relief Program. 

Mayor Nowicki praised the efforts of the Ministry stating: “On behalf of the Municipality of Wawa we are extremely pleased that Minister Chiarelli visited Wawa so soon after his appointment to see the devastation firsthand. We are also very appreciative of the efforts of Emergency Management Ontario and the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing staff in Sudbury and the assistance they have provided to us as we work through this very trying time.” 

Mayor Nowicki went on to explain that “the process of applying through the ODRAP program requires firm estimates and an understanding of all the facts. With such a large area to consider this will require time and cooperation with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.”

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