Toronto begins recovery after ‘100-year storm’ leaves behind massive flooding
A massive thunderstorm swept into Toronto on Wednesday afternoon, dropping two months of rain over the course of a few hours.
Toronto has begun the recovery process following a "100-year storm" that caused extensive flooding on Wednesday evening. Mayor Olivia Chow stated that officials are actively engaged in cleanup operations, and many services are returning to normal. The city suffered significant damage as tens of thousands of residents lost power, the Don River overflowed, and portions of the Don Valley River closed.
Homes flooded, trees and power lines fell, and both subway service and ferry service on Toronto Island were suspended. However, by Thursday morning, the sun returned, and the city began to dry off. Mayor Chow assured the public that preparations were in place, and teams were working together to clear roads and restore power to all residents.
Roughly 90% of homes had their power restored, and the Don Valley Parkway has reopened. City Manager Paul Johnson confirmed that the rainfall met the criteria for a "100-year storm" by Toronto's definition. While there may be sewage issues and some pools remain closed, the city is rapidly returning to normal operations. The mayor encouraged anyone with concerns about city services or storm-related issues to contact 311 for assistance.
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