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Kingsville ends boat rescue service
Kingsville terminates its boat rescue service due to high costs and overlapping jurisdiction. The fire department will focus on shore-based rescues while OPP and Coast Guard handle water calls.
Kitchener breaks 92-year snowfall record on Sunday
Kitchener, Ontario, shattered a 92-year-old snowfall record this past Sunday, marking a historic weather event for the region. Discover the details and impacts of this major winter storm.
Ottawa mother saves son from fire, earns challenge coin
An Ottawa mother receives special recognition from Ottawa Fire Services after bravely running through flames to rescue her youngest son from a dangerous house fire.
Calgary hit with 115 km/h winds in rare weather event
Calgary experiences powerful 115 km/h wind gusts starting the week. Extreme weather causes disruptions across Alberta while Toronto breaks snowfall records.
Typhoon Kalmaegi Hits Vietnam, New Storm Approaches Philippines
Southeast Asia faces dual typhoon threats as Kalmaegi's destructive path through Vietnam leaves flooding and damage, while the Philippines prepares for incoming Tropical Storm Fung-wong.
Urgent Search for Missing 65-Year-Old Hiker in Coquitlam
Rescue teams are racing against time to find a missing senior hiker last seen on the Burke Mountain trails. Multiple agencies have joined the search operation in challenging terrain.
Historic Snowfall Paralyzes Toronto and Ottawa
A massive winter storm has brought Toronto and Ottawa to a standstill with record-breaking snowfall, creating treacherous conditions and widespread disruptions across Eastern Ontario.
Philippines Typhoon Death Toll Surpasses 140, Heads to Vietnam
Catastrophic typhoon leaves trail of destruction across Philippines with rising fatalities, widespread flooding, and now sets dangerous course toward Vietnam's vulnerable coastline.
Historic Hurricane & Super Typhoon Unleash Global Weather Chaos
Extreme weather events dominate global headlines as Hurricane Hilary makes unprecedented California landfall and Typhoon Saola barrels toward Hong Kong, creating dual weather emergencies across continents.
Young Moose Trapped Behind Fence Freed by BC RCMP
A heartwarming wildlife rescue unfolded in British Columbia as RCMP officers successfully freed a young moose trapped behind a fence. The dramatic operation required careful coordination and expertise.
Winnipeg's record wet October breaks 40-year mark
New data reveals Winnipeg experienced its most saturated October since 1975, with rainfall totals nearly triple the monthly average, causing widespread impacts across the city.
Typhoon Kalmaegi: 26 Dead in Philippines Flooding
Deadly Typhoon Kalmaegi has battered the northern Philippines, claiming 26 lives and leaving countless residents stranded on rooftops while vehicles disappear beneath raging floodwaters.
Typhoon Kalmaegi kills 1, triggers mass flooding in Philippines
Powerful Typhoon Kalmaegi unleashes torrential rains and destructive winds across central Philippines, causing fatal flooding, widespread evacuations, and significant damage to infrastructure.
Toronto High-Rise Fire: One Rescued from Downtown Blaze
A dramatic high-rise fire in downtown Toronto prompted a swift emergency response, with one person rescued from the burning building. Learn how firefighters contained the dangerous blaze.
90 km/h Winds Batter Southern Manitoba
Powerful gusts reaching nearly 90 km/h battered Southern Manitoba over the weekend, causing widespread power outages, property damage, and hazardous travel conditions. Get the full breakdown of affected areas and cleanup efforts.
Vietnam Flood Death Toll Hits 37, New Typhoon Approaches
Catastrophic flooding in Vietnam claims 37 lives with widespread devastation as another typhoon threatens to compound the disaster. Rescue operations intensify amid rising waters.
90 km/h Wind Gusts Threaten Western Saskatchewan
Environment Canada issues wind warning for western Saskatchewan as powerful gusts up to 90 km/h threaten travel safety and could cause property damage across multiple regions.
Apple Watch SOS triggers false Vancouver rescue alarm
A dramatic mountain rescue operation in Metro Vancouver turned out to be a false alarm triggered by an Apple Watch's automatic SOS feature, highlighting technology's unintended consequences for emergency services.
Windy Conditions Continue in Atlantic Canada as Storm Recedes
As a powerful storm system gradually retreats from Atlantic Canada, residents across the region can expect persistent windy conditions and intermittent light rains throughout the week. Get the latest weather updates and safety tips.
Firefighters rescue man from submerged car in Montreal river
A miraculous water rescue unfolded in Montreal as first responders pulled a senior citizen from a car fully submerged in the icy waters of Rivière des Prairies. The quick-thinking 73-year-old managed to call 911 before his vehicle sank completely.
Ottawa Extreme Cold Warning: -40 Wind Chills Expected
Environment Canada issues extreme cold warning for Ottawa as Arctic air brings dangerously low temperatures and bone-chilling wind chills to the capital.
Valleyview Animal Rescue Faces 11 Criminal Charges
Alberta's Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS) and its founder face multiple charges after SPCA investigation reveals poor conditions for hundreds of animals at Valleyview facility.
Hurricane Melissa Ravages Caribbean Nations
Caribbean nations confront devastating aftermath as Hurricane Melissa leaves trail of destruction across Haiti, Jamaica, and Cuba, with communities rallying to rebuild.
Ottawa's Halloween Soaker: 70mm Rain Expected
Ottawa braces for a significant rainfall event with up to 70mm expected through Halloween, prompting Environment Canada warnings and potential flooding concerns.
Meteorologist's Eye of Hurricane Melissa Experience
A Canadian meteorologist shares her breathtaking journey flying directly into Hurricane Melissa's eye, revealing unprecedented storm data and the reality of extreme weather research.
Hurricane Melissa Batters Western Cuba With Force
Hurricane Melissa unleashes torrential rains and powerful winds across western Cuba, forcing mass evacuations and threatening widespread damage to infrastructure and agriculture.
Wet and Windy Halloween Forecast for Maritimes
Environment Canada issues severe weather warnings for Atlantic Canada as a powerful storm system threatens to drench Halloween celebrations with heavy rain and strong winds.
Rescue Ops After 7-Story Building Collapse in Turkey
Dramatic rescue operations continue in northwest Turkey as emergency crews search for survivors trapped beneath rubble after a catastrophic building collapse in Sakarya province.
Hurricane Melissa Slams Cuba as Category 3 Storm
Hurricane Melissa made landfall in eastern Cuba as a powerful Category 3 storm, bringing destructive winds, dangerous storm surge, and life-threatening flooding to the region.
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