Environment Canada has maintained a series of winter weather warnings for southern Ontario as a snow squall event and powerful winds continue to create hazardous conditions on Monday, December 29, 2025. The alerts underscore a broader pattern of severe weather affecting numerous regions across the country to close out the year.
Active Warnings and Local Tragedies
The federal weather agency's map showed a swath of active watches and warnings for the region. The persistent snow squalls, combined with wind gusts that could reach 80 km/h in Toronto, are creating near-zero visibility in some areas and increasing the risk of flooding in the city.
In a separate and tragic incident in Scarborough, a woman who was pulled from a burning house has died from her injuries. According to her niece, the woman's husband remains in critical condition and is "fighting for his life." This event occurred amidst the challenging weather conditions.
National Scope of Severe Weather
The disruptive weather is not confined to Ontario. Environment Canada has issued approximately 20 different weather warnings across Canada, with impacts ranging from freezing rain and extreme cold on the prairies to new storms threatening more flooding in already waterlogged Southern California.
Other weather-related incidents include a significant event declaration in Perth County, Ontario, and a vehicle fire that led to the temporary closure of Highway 400 in York Region due to icy conditions. Hydro One crews are actively working to restore power to customers in impacted areas.
Broader News Context from Across Canada
Beyond the weather, other significant stories are developing nationwide. In sports, Hockey Canada has issued an apology after players skipped a post-game handshake with Team Czechia. In politics, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe reflected on a year of uncertainty, describing the "waters are choppy."
Tragic news also came from Charlottetown, where a structure fire resulted in two fatalities and three hospitalizations. In Alberta, a man has been charged with two counts of second-degree murder following a shooting in Grande Prairie.
As the year 2025 draws to a close, Canadians from coast to coast are grappling with a fierce winter landscape, community tragedies, and the ongoing rhythm of national and local events.
