Fierce Summer Storm Knocks Out Power Across Southern Ontario
Hey everyone, just wanted to give you a quick update on that intense storm that swept through southern Ontario last night—it really left its mark. Trees were brought down, power lines snapped, and entire communities were left in the dark for hours. It was one of those summer storms that really reminds you how quickly weather can shift from hot and hazy to dangerously wild.
So, what exactly happened? Well, a powerful system moved through the region Thursday evening, and with it came some serious wind gusts. It wasn’t just some light rain and a breeze—these were winds strong enough to tear down trees and send branches crashing onto roads and hydro lines. The impact was widespread. In places like Orillia, power was knocked out for most of the city. It wasn’t until around 9:15 p.m. that electricity was finally restored to most homes and businesses.
Hydro One reported that at the peak of the storm, more than 100,000 customers across the province were without power . That gives you an idea of just how big this event really was. It wasn't just a local issue—it affected communities all over southern Ontario.
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What makes this storm even more notable is the timing. Earlier that day, Orillia hit a blistering high of 35.5 degrees Celsius . That’s not just hot—it actually broke a 109-year-old record for the hottest July 24 in the area. The last time it was even close to that hot on this day was way back in 1916. So, after a scorching day like that, the storm hit hard and fast, adding chaos to discomfort. Imagine sweltering in that kind of heat without power or air conditioning.
Local residents weren’t just inconvenienced—they were worried, too. Downed trees and power lines created dangerous situations, and clean-up crews had their hands full all night. If you were in one of the affected areas, you probably heard the howling winds, maybe saw transformers blowing or branches flying. Thankfully, despite the damage, no major injuries were reported so far.
So yeah, it was a rough night for many across southern Ontario, especially in areas like Orillia, Waterloo Region, and Perth East. Let’s hope for a quieter forecast in the coming days—but if you have photos or stories from the storm, this might be a good time to share them and help spread awareness.
Stay safe, and always keep an eye on that weather radar when heat and humidity mix—it can change fast.
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