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Rare Early-November Snowstorm Sets Toronto Record and Snarls Travel

Forecasters expect a turn to near-seasonal temperatures by Wednesday, reducing the risk of further disruptions.

Overview

  • Toronto logged 9.8 cm on Nov. 9, the heaviest for that date in 54 years, with additional overnight snow.
  • The two-day total marked the largest start-of-season accumulation since October 1981, according to Environment Canada.
  • Ontario Provincial Police reported more than 200 collisions across the Greater Toronto Area due to slick roads.
  • Municipal crews deployed salt brine and prioritized salting on main routes, as nearby Hamilton hit 17 cm and Ottawa about 12 cm.
  • Forecasts call for daytime highs near 8°C by Wednesday, likely melting much of the snow though refreezing could create icy patches overnight.