Report says EF0 storm with 125 km/h winds struck Rogers Stadium on Sept. 2
The Northern Tornadoes Project has confirmed that an EF0 storm struck the northewestern part of Toronto on Sept. 2, causing significant damage to Rogers Stadium
An EF0 tornado struck Rogers Stadium in the northwest part of Toronto on September 2, resulting in significant damage to the venue and surrounding properties. The Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) confirmed the occurrence following a ground survey of the Downsview area in North York. The storm produced a downburst with wind speeds reaching up to 125 km/h, causing the most severe destruction in an area seven kilometers long, including the outdoor concert venue.
While isolated damage reports emerged from Brampton and Woodbridge, these were not deemed confirmed.
The intense storm was accompanied by torrential rain, large hail, power outages, and flooding across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Live Nation, the venue's operator, canceled the final scheduled performance by AC/DC, slated to be the concert's concluding act for the year due to the extensive damage. An unsafe building order was issued, compelling Live Nation to submit an engineering report detailing the extent of the damage, remedial actions, and a timeline for repairs.
Some sections of the stadium may require rebuilding. The NTP, established at Western University in 2017, is dedicated to enhancing tornado detection in Canada, expanding knowledge of severe weather, and improving safety measures to protect lives and property.
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