White River Fire Department

02/17/2026

With this warm weather be careful of standing water on the highways. Hydroplaning is a very real danger. There is also fog out there tonight. Drive safe!

11/29/2025

Our thoughts are with the family, friends, and coworkers of P.E.

Thank you for your commitment and dedication to others.

This has been a difficult week at Ornge, as friends and colleagues across the organization mourn the loss of Poul-Erik Binderup, a fixed wing captain who died this week following a motor vehicle collision outside Thunder Bay. "P.E." was Ornge's most senior fixed wing pilot who joined the organization as the organization began its dedicated fixed wing service in 2009. At Ornge, he will be remembered for his warmth, kindness, and commitment to our mission.

P.E.'s family has shared details for his funeral service: https://www.blakefuneralchapel.com/obituaries/Poul-Erik-Binderup?obId=46507932

11/19/2025

Be careful heading east from white river. There is an accident just past Depew River.

11/08/2025

UPDATE (3:17 p.m.): Highway 631 has reopened between White River and Hornepayne. ^pia
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UPDATE (4:35 a.m.): Highway 631 remains closed from White River to Hornepayne. No injuries have been reported. Motorists are advised to avoid the area as there is no detour in place. More updates to follow. ^pia
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ROAD CLOSURE: Highway 631 is closed in both directions from White River to Hornepayne due to a collision involving two transport trucks. Motorists are advised to avoid the area as there is no detour in place. ^pia

09/15/2025

🚨 Emergency Vehicles & Flashing Green Lights – Know What to Do! 🚨
We’ve received concerns from residents about drivers not properly yielding to emergency vehicles—especially at busy intersections like Hwy. 89 & Industrial Parkway.
Here’s what you need to know:

✅ Emergency Vehicles (Police, Fire Trucks, Ambulances)
When you see flashing red or blue lights or hear sirens:
• Slow down
• Signal
• Pull over to the right and stop
• Wait until the vehicle has passed before merging back into traffic

🚦 Flashing Green Lights = Volunteer Firefighters Responding to Emergencies
In Ontario, volunteer firefighters may use flashing green lights on their personal vehicles when responding to emergencies.
While not legally required, yielding to these vehicles is a courtesy that can save lives. Every second counts in an emergency.

👀 What to Look For:
• Green strobe or dome lights in the windshield or on the roof
• No sirens – just the light and possibly a horn honk
📚 Want to Learn More?
Visit Ontario.ca Emergency Vehicle Rules for full guidelines.
Or check with your local driving school for refresher courses on emergency vehicle awareness.
Let’s work together to keep our roads safe and support those who protect our community. 🚒🚓🚑

Town of New Tecumseth
Township of Adjala Tosorontio
Township of Essa

^mc

08/21/2025

I would advise not to travel towards Marathon from White River unless you hear that the road is open at Marathon. There is miles and miles of backed up traffic stuck on the highway.

07/02/2025

🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦 🎆

04/29/2025

Hwy 17 closed from Wawa to Sault Ste. Marie. Also there is a large puddle of standing water west of White River by hemlo gold mines. Please use caution while driving. Standing water can create hydroplaning, causing loss of control.

is advising the public that Highway 17 from Pinewood Drive in Wawa to Highway 552 in Goulais River is CLOSED due to a washout near Jones Landing. Length of closure unknown. An update will be provided when the highway reopens. ^an

04/21/2025

⚠️UPDATE: Crews have cleared the scene.⚠️ Please continue to drive with caution today.❄️

⚠️🚨🚒 Marathon Fire is currently responding to a motor vehicle accident at Rouse Lake. Please use caution in the area and slow down so emergency personnel can work safely. ⚠️🚨🚒