Severe Weather
Saskatchewan FCAA recommends knowing insurance coverage ahead of severe weather
Saskatchewan’s Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority wants people to understand what their insurance policy covers in case of a severe weather event. Continue reading
2 children killed after tree falls on car during Texas storm
An 8-year-old and a 3-year-old died when strong winds toppled a tree onto the back of their family’s car, authorities said. Continue reading
Special weather statement issued ahead of gusty conditions for London, southern Ontario
It was a blustery day in the Forest City as a cold front will brought strong westerly winds to the region. Continue reading
PG&E’s bankruptcy highlights the climbing costs of extreme weather
Facing billions in claims as a result of last year’s deadly wildfires in California, Pacific Gas & Electric filed for bankruptcy this week. Continue reading
Wind warning lifted after southern Alberta slammed with powerful wind gusts
Environment Canada lifted wind warnings on Friday night that had been issued for much of southern Alberta earlier in the week. Continue reading
Environment Canada issues severe thunderstorm watch for Barrie
The agency said weather conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts, large hail and heavy rain. Continue reading
Investigating windstorms: Why it took days to confirm Ontario, Quebec tornadoes
It wasn’t until Monday evening that Environment Canada confirmed Calabogie, located about 100 kilometres west of Ottawa, had indeed been hit by a EF-1 category tornado and downburst – and not just by a bad storm. Continue reading
Hundreds in the dark in New Brunswick due to high winds, toppled trees
Environment Canada has issued wind warnings for the Acadian Peninsula, with gusts reaching as a high as 100 km/h along the Bay of Chaleur coast. Continue reading
Environment Canada issues severe thunderstorm watch for London area
Environment Canada on Friday issued a severe thunderstorm watch for much of southwestern Ontario including London-Middlesex. Continue reading
When severe Manitoba weather hits, knowing what to do will help keep you alive
During Manitoba summers, severe weather is a given. Being prepared and knowing what to do in the event of lightning or tornado warnings are key to weathering storms. Continue reading