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Damaging Storms Blast Southern Ontario Causing Flooding, Power Outages in Toronto
Toronto Hydro said restoration could take time as crews repaired widespread outages, while Environment Canada warned of torrential rain, large hail and tornado risk.
- On Wednesday, severe storms swept across Toronto, leaving nearly 65,000 without power as Environment Canada warned of torrential rain and wind gusts up to 110 kilometres an hour.
- An emergency alert issued at 5:30 pm warned of "destructive winds," urging immediate shelter, while the storm system stretched from near Sarnia east to Peterborough and north to Barrie.
- Flooding forced closure of St. Patrick Station and caused numerous flight delays at Pearson, while Toronto police reported multiple incidents of fallen trees and downed power lines.
- Toronto Hydro crews are responding to widespread outages, though restoration efforts will vary by location; cyclist Zaheer Babar said he was "almost blown away" on Bloor Street.
- The City notes that by 2050, climate change will boost maximum daily rainfall to 166 mm from the current 66 mm, while teams assess storm-related damage and make emergency repairs.
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