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The Municipality of Sioux Lookout says insurance companies have been contacted, and dedicated workers and volunteers have been busy finding accommodations for those displaced from the Sunset Suites.
The hotel was one of many buildings damaged by the violent storm Wednesday evening, resulting in the declaration of a State-of-Emergency.
In the coming days, the municipality will be developing a survey for residents who have experienced loss due to the storm, which will help determine if the Ministry of Municipal Affairs will activate the Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontarians program for Sioux Lookout.
Officials encourage everyone who experienced storm damage to take part when it is released.
Cedar Bay is currently closed to everyone except operators and volunteers who maintain the stables and all cabins and trails remain closed until further notice.
There has been significant damage from fallen trees and the area isn’t safe for the public at this time.
The Municipality thanks the dedicated staff at Sioux Lookout Hydro, Public Works, the Sioux Lookout Fire Department, the Sioux Lookout OPP, and many volunteers for their hard work and dedication in clearing fallen trees from roads and property and working quickly to restore power to area homes
