With all the local flooding of roads, backyards, basements and other areas across the city it was nothing short of a miracle that the Fort William Historical Park was relatively spared in recent storms.
In an email to Acadia News, the Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries said that water levels in the river and across the park have receded significantly since last week’s event.
Crews have assessed the entire site and the impacts were less than anticipated with limited damage, given the water levels. The entire historic site and all buildings are accessible and cleanup activities are well underway.
The farm animals are also being taken good care of, as they were moved to higher ground.
The email also indicated that the park is working the Lakehead Regional Conservation Authority and Ontario Power Generation to keep an eye on water levels across the watershed.
Cleanup is being done across the park in anticipation of it reopening for visitors.
Currently there is no anticipated re-opening date.