The inclement winter weather has resulted in power outages for thousands across parts of Ontario, with strong winds and heavy snowfall causing significant disruption. This news was reported by The Canadian Press staff on November 30, 2024.

Snow drifting from lakes Superior and Huron has led to the closure of a section of the Trans-Canada Highway, power cuts, and almost a meter of snow in some areas. Hydro One, the regional utility provider, is working tirelessly to restore power to over 30,000 customers, mainly in the severely impacted central Ontario.

Among the regions most affected are Bracebridge and Sault Ste. Marie, where locals are grappling with around 80 centimeters of snow. An additional 40 to 50 centimeters is predicted in the forecast for Saturday. Bracebridge has announced a significant weather event, with the town’s crews actively monitoring the situation and conducting winter maintenance operations on all roads and sidewalks.

The Ontario Provincial Police have reported that Highway 17 is currently closed between Wawa and Sault Ste. Marie due to whiteout conditions. According to Environment Canada’s projections, the storm should lessen on Sunday. However, a fresh wave of snow is expected to hit Ontario again mid-week, with potential lake-effect snow next weekend.

This news is of particular interest to those considering investment opportunities in the region, as severe weather events can significantly impact local economies and infrastructure. However, the primary purpose of this article is to provide an update on the current weather conditions in Ontario.

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