Massive Winter Storm Paralyzes Eastern Canada with Heavy Snow and Travel Chaos
Alright, folks, let's talk about the weather—and trust me, it's a big one. A powerful winter storm has absolutely slammed parts of Ontario, Quebec, and the Atlantic provinces, causing major disruptions to travel, shutting down schools, and blanketing cities in a thick layer of snow. If you're in these areas, you already know what I'm talking about!
Toronto, one of the hardest-hit cities, saw more than 26 cm of snowfall by the afternoon. That’s a serious amount of snow! Pearson International Airport had flight delays and cancellations piling up as fast as the snow itself. More than 50 transit stops were completely out of service, and morning commuters had to battle through the chaos. Schools in the Greater Toronto Area, Hamilton, and many other regions were forced to close for the day, leaving kids celebrating a surprise snow day. Ottawa schools remained open, but buses were canceled—so some students still had to make their way in.
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Meanwhile, in Quebec, the storm showed no mercy. Environment Canada warned that the province could see anywhere between 25 and 40 cm of snow. By noon, Montreal had already accumulated about 25 cm, with more still coming down. Flights were delayed or canceled at airports in both Montreal and Quebec City. But hey, for some people, it wasn’t all bad news. Skiers and snowboarders were thrilled, as this fresh dump of snow meant near-perfect conditions at Quebec’s 75 ski resorts.
Over in Atlantic Canada, it was more of the same. New Brunswick saw school closures across the board, with heavy snow expected to reach up to 35 cm in some areas. Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia weren’t spared either, with snow, ice pellets, and freezing rain making road conditions treacherous. Halifax streets were eerily quiet as freezing rain moved in right at rush hour. Meanwhile, Cape Breton was bracing for up to 30 cm of snow, with even more expected on Friday.
And then there’s Newfoundland, where the storm was only just arriving. Winds were already howling at speeds of up to 150 km/h along the Wreckhouse area, making for dangerous conditions. Snowfall amounts were expected to range from 10 to 20 cm in various parts of the island, but with those gusty winds, visibility was likely to be near zero.
With so much snow and ice piling up, even Canada Post had to pause deliveries in some provinces. If you were expecting a package, well, you might have to wait a little longer.
So, what’s next? Another storm is on the horizon for the weekend. If you thought this was bad, get ready—winter isn’t done with us yet! Stay warm, stay safe, and if you don’t have to go out, it might be a good idea to just stay inside with a hot drink.
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