Weather
Severe thunderstorm briefly knocks out power for thousands in Halifax
As many as 33,000 customers were without power as a result of the storm, which brought heavy rain and winds. Continue reading
Cleanup continues in north Edmonton neighbourhood after sewer backups
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Residents in Edmonton’s Griesbach neighbourhood were continuing to clean up on Sunday after sewer backups caused flooding in dozens of houses this weekend. Continue reading
B.C. wildfires way down compared to last year, but officials say that could change at any time
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The BC Wildfire Service says the wetter July has brought the number of fires way down compared to the same time last year, but temperatures are expected to rise again this month. Continue reading
2 Toronto beaches closed due to E. Coli levels
Health officials say exposure to E. coli presents a greater risk of nose, throat, ear, skin infection as well as other conditions. Continue reading
London waves goodbye to humid and extreme weather: meteorologist
After a week of hot and humid weather, tons of rain, and even a tornado warning, an Environment Canada meteorologist has good news for Londoners. Continue reading
Severe thunderstorm warnings lifted across southern Alberta
More unsettled weather was forecasted in southern Alberta on Saturday afternoon as Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm warning for several areas. Continue reading
Flooding issues reported in Edmonton’s Griesbach community
A spokesperson for EPCOR confirmed to Global News on Saturday that crews have been dispatched to basements that have flooded in the north Edmonton community of Griesbach. Continue reading
Heat warning issued for parts of northern Alberta
Affected areas are expected to see five straight days of 30 C with overnight lows not expected to drop below 16 C, Environment Canada said. Continue reading
Dangerous heat, high humidity this weekend in Montreal: Environment Canada
By Gloria Henriquez Reporter/Weather specialist
The government agency is recommending people check on those who are vulnerable, such as the elderly and people with chronic illnesses. Continue reading
Nova Scotia, New Brunswick to experience sweltering weekend weather
Humidex values could reach as high as 39 on Saturday and Sunday in both provinces. Continue reading