Power Outage Map Ontario: 50,000 Homes Affected by Ice Storm
A severe ice storm sweeping across Ontario has left tens of thousands of homes without electricity, triggering emergency responses and road closures across the province. As of Saturday afternoon, Hydro One confirmed that more than 49,000 customers in central and eastern Ontario were impacted by power outages caused by freezing rain.
Freezing Rain Brings Down Trees, Power Lines
Hydro One reported widespread outages as heavy ice accumulation weighed down tree branches and electrical lines. In its public advisory on X, the utility urged residents to stay clear of downed power lines and reassured the public that crews are working quickly and safely to restore service.
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued freezing rain warnings for large parts of the province, with up to 25 millimetres of ice expected by the end of the storm system on Sunday.
Orillia Faces Hazardous Conditions and High Emergency Call Volume
In Orillia, local authorities are dealing with severe damage and hazardous conditions caused by the ice storm. The Orillia Fire Department is responding to a surge in emergency calls related to fallen trees and live wires.
City officials are asking residents to:
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- Stay indoors
- Avoid driving
- Give emergency crews space to operate safely
Municipal crews are actively:
- Clearing roads, parks, and city properties
- Addressing blocked drains and localized flooding
- Treating icy road surfaces
Power Outage Safety Tips
Residents dealing with outages should follow these safety precautions:
- Layer up to stay warm with blankets and extra clothing
- Never use generators indoors due to carbon monoxide risk
- Avoid using barbecues or gas stoves inside for heat or cooking
- Keep fridge and freezer doors closed to protect food
- Use battery-powered lighting instead of candles
- Charge essential devices when power is restored, even briefly
Where to Report Issues
- Hydro One Outages: hydroone.com/outages
- Text “outage” to 92887 (WATTS)
- Call: 1-800-434-1235
- Downed Power Lines: Stay 10 metres back. Call 911 immediately or report to Hydro One
- Local Damage in Orillia: Call the Emergency After-Hours Line at 705-326-4671
Ongoing Monitoring and Updates
The situation continues to develop, with additional freezing rain or snow expected through Sunday. The City of Orillia will provide updates on road conditions, city services, and power restoration via orillia.ca and their official social media accounts.
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- https://www.ctvnews.ca/barrie/article/freezing-rain-leaves-thousands-without-power-downs-trees-across-region
- https://www.orilliamatters.com/local-news/residents-asked-to-stay-home-and-off-roads-as-trees-and-power-lines-down-due-to-ice-storm-10449088
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