A tornado watch is in effect for the Town of Georgina and northern York Region. Environment Canada issued the watch which states conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms which may produce tornadoes. Strong winds, large hail and heavy rain are also possible.
In the event of a tornado, or if a tornado warning is issued for your area, it is recommended you take the following actions
A lot is happening in Georgina in June. From opening day at Georgina Pioneer Village to the Father’s Day swim, there are activities for the entire family to enjoy.
Resurfacing of courts in Georgina will start on Monday, June 3, at the ROC (both pickleball and tennis), along with tennis courts at both Whipper Watson Park and Udora Hall.
Construction efforts are expected to take up to four weeks to complete, weather permitting, said the Town of Georgina.
The town notes work crews may not be on each site each day as work will need to be completed in stages.
The Council of the Town of Georgina invites people to volunteer in their community as a member of the following committee. The appointment is for the remainder of the 2022-2026 Term of Council. Current Town board and committee members are encouraged to apply.
The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee (GAAC)
Update: All waste and recycling collection missed the week of May 20 has now been collected. If residents are still experiencing a missed collection for the week of May 20, please report it to Service Georgina by calling 905-476-4301.
Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts, large hail and heavy rain.
Hazards:
Timing:
This afternoon and evening.
Discussion:
Thunderstorms will develop along a cold front that will move through the province this afternoon and evening. The main threat will be strong winds and hail. However, a tornado will also be possible.
May 19 to 25 is National Public Works Week. This year's theme is "advancing quality of life for all."
From maintaining our roads and parks to providing clean water and wastewater services, our dedicated professionals work hard behind the scenes to keep Georgina running smoothly and safely.
The Town of Georgina honoured members of the community with the 2023 Volunteer Award of Merit at a ceremony at the ROC on Thursday, May 16, 2024.
The Victoria Day long weekend is here. A reminder for residents that the Civic Centre and most Town facilities will be closed on Monday, May 20, 2024.
Waste and recycling collection will move one day later next week due to the holiday. Check your waste calendar, download the free Recycle Coach app or visit georgina.ca/WasteandRecycling for more.
For after-hours emergencies about animal control, roads, water or wastewater, call 905-476-4301 and follow the prompts.
The Town is donating trees to schools in Georgina. Thirty trees have been given to each of 13 schools in the York Region District School Board and to each of four schools in the York Catholic District School Board. The trees were part of 2,500 generously donated to the Town by Canadian Trees for Life in April.
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