Ontario regions affected by a recent ice storm are experiencing extensive power outages, with Hydro One reporting over 667,000 homes restored but still more than 252,000 without electricity. Cleanup crews are bracing for additional freezing rain, which poses further risks. The storm is cited as the most severe since 1998. Communities have established warming centres to help those without power. Meanwhile, hazardous road conditions persist, and many public facilities remain closed due to fallen trees and unstable conditions, reflecting the storm's widespread impact across the region.
"While today's weather brings favourable conditions for cleanup and restoration, we are preparing for additional freezing rain and wind in central and southwest regions," the utility said.
"The storm is the most severe weather event the utility has faced since the ice storm of 1998," Hydro One said on social media.
Communities provided warming centres for residents without power, such as community centres in Orillia and Washago, and the Allandale Recreation Centre in Barrie.
Roads were covered with ice, causing hazardous driving conditions, and most city facilities and parks are closed due to downed trees.
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