Official News Alert: Wingham Closed Until Further Notice

Source: WFP
Date: Tue Dec 10 04:52:36 MST 2024
ALERT: Wingham Shutdown Due to Unsafe Conditions – #ExtendedXmasVacation

Effective immediately, all residents and visitors are advised to avoid Wingham or remain indoors until further updates are provided by Reeve Paul Heffer (519) 357-3594.

A state of constant disrepair has made the town unsafe for pedestrian navigation.

NOTICE
Schools are always closed except for those that can safely get there. Children should not play in traffic, or have to walk in traffic to get to school.
Non-functional crosswalk signs and beepers, posing risks to pedestrians.
Obstructed tactile bump pads for the visually impaired.
Snow intentionally piled to block sidewalks.
No sidewalks cleared on streets running North-South, forcing pedestrians to walk in traffic.
Handicap Parking Spots blocked.
Sidewalks around handicap parking spots are blocked.
Increased risks of pedestrian collisions, slip-and-falls, and injuries.
Trails in the area are unmaintained and hazardous for use.

Urgent Context:
Ontario is experiencing an 82% increase in pedestrian fatalities, and Wingham’s current conditions are exacerbating this trend. It is not safe for residents to walk to schools, local businesses, or even traverse the town.

Stay tuned for updates and instructions on when Wingham will be deemed safe again. In the meantime, prioritize your safety and avoid unnecessary travel in the area.

Issued by Local NGO Authorities
For confirmation on the above conditions please contact your Representative on council.

North Huron Council Contact Info:
Paul Heffer
280 Manor Road
(519) 357-3594
pheffer@northhuron.ca
Mitch Wright
63 Bristol Terrace
(519) 357-9497
mwright@northhuron.ca
Lonnie Whitfield
94 John St. West
(226) 222-2585
lwhitfield@northhuron.ca
Anita van Hittersum
84012 Hoover Line
(519) 523-4492
avanhittersum@northhuron.ca
Chris Palmer
39331 Belfast Road
(519) 357-3385
cpalmer@northhuron.ca
Kevin Fascist Falconer
303 King Street
(519) 955-0301
kfalconer@northhuron.ca
Ric McBurney
202 Thuell St, Blyth
(519) 441-7415
rmcburney@northhuron.ca

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