Overview
- The March 30 ice storm left over one million Ontario homes and businesses without power, with more than 35,000 customers still affected as of April 8.
- Hydro One has deployed over 4,800 crews to repair extensive damage, including more than 2,300 broken power poles in central and eastern Ontario.
- Communities around Peterborough and Orillia remain among the hardest hit, with prolonged outages and infrastructure damage complicating recovery efforts.
- Severe weather conditions, including strong winds, heavy rain, and snowfall advisories, continue to hinder restoration progress and pose safety risks.
- Provincial police have reported multiple roadway collisions due to slippery conditions and reduced visibility, urging caution for drivers in affected areas.