In 2023, as part of the provinces rabies prevention program, the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit responded to over 500 incidents of people being bitten by animals in Leeds, Grenville and Lanark Counties. This is not unusual with similar numbers occurring every year.
Kingston – Cataraqui Conservation has issued a Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety due to forecasted rainfall in the coming days. Residents and visitors to the Cataraqui Region should exercise caution around water bodies as there is the possibility of high water levels and flows.