Powerful Storm Hits Canada’s Toronto, Cutting Power to Tens of Thousands The devastating storm that hit Toronto this week has left tens of thousands without power, exposing the city's aging infrastructure and pressing need for upgrades.
Over 45,000 customers lost electricity as strong winds and torrential rain brought down trees and caused widespread flooding.
Emergency operations were activated early Wednesday morning, with crews scrambling to respond to downed power wires, fallen trees, and flooded roads.