A powerful storm swept through Quebec, leaving more than 55,000 Hydro-Quebec customers without power. The outages have affected homes and businesses across Montreal and surrounding regions, with restoration efforts underway.
Storm Impact and Response
The storm brought heavy rain and strong winds, causing widespread damage to power lines and infrastructure. Hydro-Quebec crews have been deployed to assess damage and begin repairs. The utility company has not provided a timeline for full restoration but urged customers to stay safe and report any downed wires.
Montreal residents were seen using umbrellas as rain poured down, with many bracing for extended outages. Local officials are monitoring the situation and coordinating with emergency services.
Related Incidents
This storm comes amid a series of weather-related events across Canada. In Alberta, a super-soaker setup is expected to bring heavy rain for several days starting Sunday. Meanwhile, Manitoba Hydro asked Westwood residents to reduce power usage during upgrades.
The outages also follow a study suggesting more Canadian kindergartners are experiencing developmental vulnerabilities after COVID-19, highlighting broader societal challenges.
