Storms in GTA Cause Flooding, Leaving Motorists Stranded

Heavy rains caused flooding and closed roads, leaving motorists stranded and some clinging to light standards, as a cluster of storms rolled through the GTA on Aug. 17. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) issued a storm warning at 12:25 p.m. local time. It advised taking shelter immediately if a storm was approaching. The warning said that ECCC meteorologists were tracking storms that were capable of producing strong wind gusts, nickel-sized hail, and heavy rain. “Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Large hail can damage property and cause injury. Strong wind gusts can toss loose objects, damage weak buildings, break branches off trees and overturn large vehicles,” it said....