Winter Storm Deaths Top 25, South Faces Power Outages
The death toll from a severe winter storm and extreme cold across the United States has risen to over 25. Southern regions are preparing for prolonged power disruptions as icy conditions persist.
Category : Environment
Snow Squall Watch for Windsor-Essex as Extreme Cold Hits Canada
Environment Canada issues a snow squall watch for Windsor-Essex, warning of near-zero visibility and heavy snowfall. The alert comes amid widespread extreme weather across Canada, including brutal cold and dangerous conditions.
Extreme Weather Costs Canada Billions in Insured Losses
New data reveals extreme weather events including wildfires, atmospheric rivers, and winter storms caused over $2.4 billion in insured losses across Canada last year, with costs tripling over the past decade.
Maritimes Hit by 40 cm Snow, More Nor'easters Possible
The Maritimes received up to 40 cm of snow from a recent storm, with meteorologists warning another Nor'easter could develop this weekend, adding to winter weather challenges across Canada.
Calgary Faces Messy Roads from Rapid Melting Next Week
Calgarians should prepare for potentially hazardous road conditions as a warming trend with highs up to 10°C causes rapid snowmelt across the city next week.
Toronto Cold Warning Ends, Chilly Week Ahead
The cold weather alert for Toronto has concluded, yet residents should anticipate continued brisk temperatures and wind chill factors throughout the remainder of the week.
SFI CEO Kathy Abusow Announces Retirement in 2026
Sustainable Forestry Initiative announces President and CEO Kathy Abusow will retire in 2026 after transformative leadership that expanded forest certification across North America.
Edmonton's January Thaw: Warming Trend Settles In
Edmonton experiences a warming trend as January concludes, with mild temperatures replacing recent cold snaps. The shift brings relief from winter's grip across the city.
Snow Leopard Mauls Skier in China's Xinjiang Region
A rare snow leopard attacked a skier in China's remote Xinjiang region, highlighting human-wildlife conflict in mountainous areas. The incident was captured on video and shared widely on social media.
Australia Swelters in Record Heat Wave Near 50°C
Australia is grappling with an extreme heat wave, with temperatures approaching 50°C, impacting events like the Australian Open and raising climate concerns.
Montreal Cold Snap Breaks, Power Slowly Restored
Montreal emerges from an extreme cold snap with temperatures rising to -11°C. Hydro-Québec restores power to most after days of outages, though Côte-St-Luc warns of continued energy conservation needs.
Maritime Schools Closed as Winter Storm Winds Down
A significant winter storm has forced widespread school closures across Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, with authorities urging caution as conditions gradually improve.
Toronto Snowstorm Cleanup Continues in Deep Freeze
Toronto residents face ongoing snow removal challenges following a major winter storm, with bitterly cold temperatures complicating efforts and highlighting accessibility concerns.
Barrie Snow Squalls: 30 cm, Near-Zero Visibility Forecast
Forecasters warn of intense snow squalls hitting Barrie, Ontario, bringing up to 30 cm of snow and dangerously low visibility, creating hazardous driving conditions.
Windsor-Essex Cold Warning: School Buses Cancelled
A severe cold warning has prompted widespread school bus cancellations across Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent, as extreme winter weather grips the region.
Ottawa Expects 2-4 cm More Snow Today
The Canadian capital is set to receive another 2 to 4 centimeters of snow today, adding to recent accumulations. Residents are advised to prepare for winter driving conditions and potential disruptions.
Windsor-Essex Buses Cancelled Amid Severe Cold Warning
A severe cold warning has led to widespread bus cancellations in Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent, with temperatures plummeting dangerously low across Southern Ontario.
London Cold Warning: Frigid Air to Envelop Region
A bitter cold warning persists for London, Ontario, with temperatures set to plummet dramatically this week, bringing dangerously frigid conditions to the region.
Toronto Snowstorm Highlights Accessibility Issues
A major winter storm in Toronto has underscored persistent accessibility challenges for people with disabilities, with advocates calling for urgent improvements to snow removal and urban planning.
Maritime School Closures Amid Nor'easter Storm
A slow-moving Nor'easter brings heavy snow and gusty winds to Atlantic Canada, forcing widespread school closures and transportation cancellations across the Maritimes.
Calgary Chinook Brings Above-Freezing Temperatures All Week
Calgary residents can expect a return to milder conditions as chinook winds move in, pushing daytime highs above freezing for the remainder of the week after a chilly start on Tuesday morning.
Explosion Makes Kitsilano House Uninhabitable
A significant explosion has left a house in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighborhood uninhabitable, with firefighters responding to the scene on Macdonald Street and West 8th Avenue.
Plastic Pollution Health Threat Set to Soar Globally
A new report projects the health risks from global plastic pollution will rise dramatically, highlighting urgent environmental and public health concerns.
B.C. Sees Record Low Black Bear Deaths in 2025
Conservation officers in British Columbia announce the lowest number of black bears killed in 2025, marking a significant achievement in wildlife management and coexistence efforts across the province.
Canada Snowstorm Halts Flights, Schools Nationwide
A severe winter storm has brought record snowfall across much of Canada, forcing widespread school closures and significant flight delays, impacting millions of residents from coast to coast.
Ottawa Firefighters Contain Bedroom Fire on Normandy Crescent
Ottawa Fire Services responded to a 3:47 a.m. bedroom fire on Normandy Crescent, containing it by 4:51 a.m. No occupants were found inside the home during searches.
Saskatchewan Cold Snap Breaks Over a Dozen Records
Recent extreme cold in Saskatchewan broke more than a dozen temperature records across the province, with meteorologists predicting warmer weather ahead.
Manitoba's Cold Blast Eases, Winnipeg Warms Up
After a severe cold blast gripped the province, Winnipeg and Manitoba are experiencing a welcome return to more manageable winter temperatures, offering relief from the recent extreme chill.
Firefighters Rescue Dog from Icy Grand River in Onondaga
County of Brant firefighters successfully rescued a dog that fell through ice on the Grand River in Onondaga, Ontario, showcasing emergency response in winter conditions.
Snow Brush Bristle Pollution Concerns Edmonton Environmentalists
An Edmonton environmental organization is highlighting the growing problem of plastic snow brush bristle debris contaminating city streets and waterways, urging for public awareness and solutions.
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