Severe cold snap in Canada: Eastern provinces on high alert

 

 

 

Life in the eastern regions of Canada has come to a standstill following heavy snowfall. The meteorological department has declared an orange alert in Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia. Road and air traffic has been completely disrupted due to winds blowing at a speed of 90 kilometers per hour and heavy snowfall. Heavy ice formation on the roads due to ice rain in Ottawa and Montreal is causing accidents.

Power supply to lakhs of homes was cut off after trees were uprooted in heavy winds and snowfall. More than 60,000 customers are reported to be in the dark in Ontario alone. The government has strictly advised people to avoid unnecessary travel as a severe blizzard continues in the Toronto and London areas. Environment Canada has warned people to be cautious as severe weather is likely to continue in the coming days. Cold winds are expected to continue through Monday and Tuesday, bringing the year to a close with severe winter weather.