High winds and heavy rains caused scattered power outages across Toronto, leaving some residents without electricity. Toronto Hydro reported responding to more than 145 incidents, largely caused by downed powerlines and trees near wires. Most outages were restored, while crews continued work on remaining issues. Restoration during severe weather required securing areas, removing debris, replacing damaged equipment, and testing systems before power could be restored. Toronto Hydro prioritized calls related to first responders. Residents were warned to stay at least 10 metres away from any downed powerline and report it immediately. Toronto Fire reported 671 emergency incidents in the past 24 hours, with call volumes 36 per cent higher than usual, including downed wires, water-related issues, and medical incidents.
"Anyone who sees a downed powerline is warned to stay back at least 10 metres and to report it immediately, said the electricity distributor. Toronto Fire said on social media Sunday that crews responded to 671 emergency incidents over the past 24 hours. They said call volumes were 36 per cent higher than usual. Residents called in to report a variety of concerns, including downed wires, water-related issues and medical incidents, said Toronto Fire."
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