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Over 35,000 Ontario Residents Still Without Power Over a Week After Ice Storm

Hydro One crews face ongoing challenges from severe weather as they work to repair over 2,300 broken power poles in hard-hit areas like Peterborough and Orillia.

A person stands on a deck as ice covered trees branches are shown in Meaford, Ontario on Sunday March 30, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Becky Holvik
A broken tree limb lies blocking a road after an ice storm in Barrie, Ontario, Canada March 30, 2025. REUTERS/Deepa Babington

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.