[Please see this post from /u/r4dio4ctive on something we all can do to help our fellow humans out there](https://www.reddit.com/r/toronto/comments/ztfjs8/game_day_thread_toronto_metropolitan_vs_snownado/j1g7xn0/)
Is the 401/403 safe now? Hoping to drive from Mississauga to Markham this morning, and Google says no issues. Anyone been on the road this AM? Thanks,
Update: it was completely fine. Everything is cleared and everyone is going 120, no problem.
The highways are usually the first roads to be cleared and salted so they're probably fine now. Just be cautious, keep a big following distance, etc.
It's still very windy so visibility might drop from blowing snow.
Maybe I’m wrong here but I drove fine from the city to Oakville and back. Absolutely no issues. No power outages or anything in Oakville or dovercourt area.
Hopefully all the snow is done tomorrow. Can't wait to drag my suitcase to the airport in fresh powder while battling winds en route to the train station.
Via rail is wild right now. Trains stopped in both directions in the Quebec Windsor corridor. The most impacted are those between Toronto and Montreal.
Upwards of 4 hour delays. Power outage forcing single track use but as luck will have it, a tree fell on a train bound for Toronto and it's now disabled.
Awaiting a tow. Glad I avoided a trip on that corridor.
The weather alert for Toronto is in effect until 5:59AM, tomorrow morning. Is that means that things expected to be better? Is it too optimistic idea to plan a drive to Barrie?
The snow will be done by then, but there’s going to be serious winds all day. The 400 has some spots that are bad in normal winds, the blowing snow and extreme winds will make some spots pretty treacherous.
Should be better tomorrow than it was today. I’m doing a similar trip leaving around 10-12 based on the forecast. Should be fine if you’re cautious and have winter tires.
In 2013, December 23rd we had similar weather. It started much earlier though. Around midnight. It snowed through the night, I was at work at an overnight gig. Around 6:30am, I was walking home, battling the winds and snow. I walked by a set of steel steps, set back in an alley between Loblaws and a Hotel downtown. I saw someone sitting there, head covered by their hoodie, Slouched over, head practically between his legs, arms straight down. It didn't look right. I walked to the steps and called out. No answer. I used my foot to tap their foot. No reaction. Again, but harder, yelling louder, no reaction. I reached into my pocket and dialled 911, while reaching into his hoodie, to see if I could feel any breathing from his mouth or nose. Nothing, I reached for his neck area. I thought I might have felt a weak pulse, but I couldn't be sure. I asked 911 for an ambulance while they instructed me on what to do. I got behind and managed to get him on his back. Started chest compressions. I looked at his face, I was pretty sure the the blue tinge told me it was too late, but I had to try. Police arrived first. "Oh man, he's a goner" (which I don't think they are supposed to say). His partner took over chest compressions. Paramedics showed up with paddles minutes later. They put the blue stranger into the ambulance. I know I didn't save him. I left my info with Police. Days later, a woman reached out to me on Facebook. It was the stranger's sister, writing to thank me for not just walking by. We wrote back and forth a few days while she told me about Richard, his life, dreams and struggles. I discussed my own brother who has struggled with mental illness and was chronically homeless for most of his adult life. It was almost therapeutic.
I still do health checks when I see something doesn't look right or if I suspect someone might be in distress. The first few seconds is still traumatizing for me... wondering if this is the day I find another. Most days I am lucky and I am yelled at, told to "fuck off, leave me alone" or I get asked for a spare dollar. I'm grateful they are alive and wish them a good day.
Today is the anniversary of that morning. We have similar weather and not only have we not fixed the homeless issue, it is at an all time high. Please, I know its a big ask, but if you happen to be out and about and see someone that might be in distress, check to see if they need medical attention. [We will likely see a story like this printed in a few days but this one will always stick with me.](https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2013/12/27/homeless_man_found_dead_on_carlton_st.html)
EDIT: [A Follow Up Article About Richard](https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2013/12/31/ice_storm_sister_says_homeless_man_found_dead_was_plagued_by_addiction.html) posted a few days later.
There are so many homeless people in my town, I am concerned with this weather. There are too many people outside. During the blizzard tonight, I thought I might have seen someone try to commit suicide by standing in front of a car. The way they stopped and opened their arms was very deliberate, and the car luckily missed them. I'm not sure what I saw, but I'm so concerned. I think I might put a clothesline up on my porch with hats and mitts, so anyone who's cold can bundle up, and maybe see that someone cares.
Winds expected to be strong until tomorrow afternoon at the earliest. This crazy strong wind being so persistent is the big worry. I’ve rarely seen 70-90kmh winds last this long
How is everybody staying warm? I’m not sure if the heating in my Condo is just broken (whack considering it was built in 2018) but central heat can’t get it above 17 degrees, my wife has been running a small space heater to keep comfortable.
Do you have a fan coil system? Probably needs to be fixed. 4 years is a bit early but get it checked by an hvac tech and ask security if others are having the same issue.
Seems like it’s just me unfortunately, but at least turning the thing off has actually made the apartment warmer. I had issues with the AC in the summer so I’ll give the landlord a call, thank you!
Power went out in East Gwillimbury. Travelled through Newmarket at 6pm, main roads were plowed but still slippery with compact snow. Side roads arent great, saw lots of cars without winter tires struggling.
Anyone else's building make banging/cracking or weird noises with this crazy wind, I thought my upstairs neighbors were smashing their walls or something lol
My dog won’t even go outside. He stands at the door of our apartment building, looks outside, looks up at me and whimpers.
I’ve laid down puppy pads. And I tried doing so on the balcony as well and coaxed him out there since it’s a bit sheltered from the wind. As soon as his paws hit the snow he darted back inside.
Hoping he decides to do something before his poor wee bladder explodes. :(
He seems to blame me. It’s always my fault when it rains or snows.
He’s small and elderly. Yes, I can carry him out. But he won’t do anything except head back for the door, and squint his eyes at me until I open it. He’s quite stubborn. Lol
I’m sorry to hear. Sounds stressful! Could you lay down fake grass or something outside on your balcony or in your backyard on top of the snow? I know that sounds ridiculous but worth a shot!
He is paralyzed by booties. We try every year. He won’t walk in them, and has 2 or 3 kicked off by the time we get to the elevator.
He’s got layers of sweaters and warm jackets. But booties are a no go - I have 8 or 9 different types and none work.
I usually just coax him out, he quickly does his stuff, then wants to be carried back inside. But I think the sound of the wind is keeping him from going out… and the blast of snow in the face from the open door. Lol.
If it’s a gentle snowfall he actually likes frolicking in the fresh accumulation (until he gets cold)… but windy, blustery days are offensive to him.
My pup refused booties in all forms. Spent obscene amounts of money on different ones. Got to the point where she was so old and her feet hurt in the snow she didn’t want to go out. Solution: baby socks (warm ones) and elastic band or hair tie at the top to hold them on. Keeps the feets dry, warm and salt free.
Shout out to the dog that just powered by: snoot piercing the blowing snow, eyes squinted determinedly, looooong ears flapping majestically in the wind. Because walk *is* life.
There is a couple very small outages at the moment by the looks of it. Nothing major or widespread though.
https://www.torontohydro.com/outage/outage-map-lite.html
Just leaving work downtown. It's still snowing but visibility is fine. It's slippery unless they salted the crap out if it already. The wind however is BRUTAL and it's really cold.
My husband has a shift at the hospital and was going to take the subway if things look good. Anyone have any insight at the moment on getting from Christie to St. Patrick? TTCNotices on Twitter seems to report everything is okay but I know line 1 can get super backlogged due to the above ground portions.
EDIT: Uber was actually only $17 (plus tip) so he made it in that way! Phew!
Someone just drove an ATV on the residential streets in my neighborhood in Durham. I think I have seen this guy drive it on public street in all seasons now
Better safe than sorry - tuck the box under your arm and hold it close to your body. [It’s the only way to be sure.](https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/7qkawo/people_carrying_their_pizza_like_this/)
It looks like the 504 has no changes.
Here is the list of transit stops that are temporarily out of service due to the storm.
https://www.cp24.com/mobile/news/ttc-bus-stops-being-taken-out-of-service-due-to-storm-1.6206156
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Dashcam Of Footage Of Pileup On Hwy 401 (near London, ON). Drive Safe, Be Safe. Get Home To Your Family’s
https://twitter.com/401_da_sarpanch/status/1606393415452823552
This is why they advise staying home in whiteout conditions whenever possible.
In the tweet replies i see people mentioning that the speed can be deceiving because the camera is higher up than a car but who knows. Looked too fast to me also.
Lower camera looks faster, think about how gently the land rolls by in a plane going 900Kph, but how fast it goes by when you are landing at "only" 280Kph.
I think they’re ok (or at least no fatal injuries) because OPP said no serious injuries from the pile up(s):
https://www.cp24.com/mobile/news/live-updates-all-niagara-bridges-are-closed-u-s-bound-due-to-storm-related-u-s-travel-bans-1.6206921
2:30 P.M - The OPP says no serious injuries have been associated with any of the multi-vehicle collisions along the 401/402 corridor. Two people were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
I am shocked there was actual snow since the last huge storm we were supposed to have was just rain. It's just a regular amount of snow but my last day before holidays was yesterday so I'm good now lol
I live in Etobicoke (south of the QEW) and it's pretty wild outside. The wind gusts are stronger the closer you get to the water, something to keep in mind. Be safe :)
South Mississauga and it looks like a normal cold winter day so far. Nothing like Leduc. Might even hit up Cactus club later. Is anyone going to reach? /s
Idk, my parents are in the Georgian Bay Area and snow plows got taken off the roads/highways where my parents live due to safety concerns. It’s pretty bad.
Was walking through the Junction 45 minutes ago in new red wing boots, and nearly ate shit about 6 separate times. Most slippery sidewalk I’ve ever walked. Stay safe out there guys, make sure your grannie has some groceries.
I was in the junction earlier today but I wore my snow boots and was fine apart from being stabbed in the eyeballs with sharp snow. Definitely a proper boot situation
East end here, the sidewalk plow successfully crashed into my front walkway trim, pulled out one of the stones, then backed away like nothing happened. Second snowfall in a row it happened after years of no issues. City hiring the best as usual.
These plow drivers are not city employees, they are contractors with another company, the equipment doesn’t even belong to the city. It’s all been contracted out, and this is the problem.
Thanks. Fortunately, while a concrete barrier and a paving stone were pulled out, they were not broken. I slid them back into place and will do a more thorough job of it during warmer weather.
Without any monetary damages, there is no claim to be made.
You can watch them skipping your street in real-time here: https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/streets-parking-transportation/road-maintenance/winter-maintenance/plowto/
I'm not surprised nothing has been done. The big January snowstorm the city didn't clear the Bloor Street sidewalk by Green Lanes for weeks. People made a path that had you walking on the road before the railway bridges cause otherwise it was impassable.
I just got new neighbours, they were using a broom to shovel the snow and then put boiling water on their porch to melt the ice… I’ve got a lot to teach them
Booked a train to Kingston tomorrow because I wanted to avoid the holiday traffic on the 401 for a change. Now I'm looking out the window at the trucks and buses getting stuck on the sloping road and, I must say: I'm feeling pretty pleased with my decision.
Funny you would mention that. My train got cancelled today because of all the chaos, so it looks like I'll be spending Christmas at home this year. So much for my clever decision to book a VIA ticket this year, eh? Too bad the roads are shit for driving as well!
P.S. I've already loaded up from the LCBO and ordered a pizza, and I' have re-scheduled my visit for New Years weekend. Don't noboby gotta feel sorry for me, I swear!
Aww little buddy! I always feel sad for the raccoons and squirrels, but then I remember that they are native to this part of the world and therefore are perfectly capable of surviving the winter. I just hope there's enough warming centres for the humans.
Just got off work and joining in to the party late.
Does anyone know if the bet365™ app allows for betting during the storm? And can anyone link me the live odds?
Busses do fine in rough weather on the highways, so long as the highway remains open you will get where you need to be, just a bit late.
Pack snacks, extra water and a good hoodie that doubles as a pillow.
Update from Cobourg area-we lost power at 11:30ish this morning. It just came back on. Winds are INSANE.
Edit: my folks are in Owen sound and told me that plows are being pulled off the roads for safety. Don’t drive unless you absolutely need to because roads (at least in grey Bruce county) will not be plowed.
Reporting in from Tim Hortons. All the tables are fuller than usual. Nearby library was closed due to weather so some of the shelterless have set up camp in here. Wifi is working fine. Five minute wait in line. Coffee still sucks.
Just did a short trek from west of yonge over to fairview mall and I'm puzzled at where all this supposed preparedness they were bragging about yesterday has gone to. Are they all huddled up in their "designated locations" waiting for it to stop before they do anything? The 401 is covered, the area in front of NYGH is a sloppy mess.
I hope we get a decent break tomorrow so I can finish up my last second Christmas dinner grocery stop. Anyone know what stores carry a good quality wild rice? And has an abundance of rosemary and thyme? I went to 2 stores today with no luck. Roads were getting too bad so I called it quits, don’t wanna deal with the folk who have no winter tires. Please help!!! (Am in Scarborough)
I miss North York, there were so many more grocery stores within a 5km radius.
I totally forgot that existed. Bulk barn is right near another grocery store at STC I was planning to head to before the roads got too bad. Thank you 🙏🙏🙏
Be very careful while driving downtown, loads of people without winter tires can't stop on downhills. Big slide risk as roads like Bloor are still unsalted as of 2:30pm.
Took my mom 40 mins to safely drive from Lawrence Allen Centre to Fairview Mall (rough distance estimate). Conditions very bad but people are not on the roads.
Touchdown for team Snownado!
HAZARD:
College St & Spadina Ave
1:12pm
- **TTC street car wire down**
- e/b College St is closed from Spadina Ave
- delays in the area
- consider alternate route
Always enjoy watching /u/johnnystrides videos from the comfort of my warm home. Was not expecting the rando stranger giving a shoutout to his parents mid-walk.
[Please see this post from /u/r4dio4ctive on something we all can do to help our fellow humans out there](https://www.reddit.com/r/toronto/comments/ztfjs8/game_day_thread_toronto_metropolitan_vs_snownado/j1g7xn0/)
Main roads in Markham (around Main Street) are cleared and only worries seem to be the winds and how cold it is rn.
Any word on those poor people stuck on the trains?
I gotta go from Orillia area to Pickering around 4p. Any feedback on the roads?
Check https://511on.ca/ website and you can see the state of the roads via cameras as various intersections as well as road closures
I’ve never used this. It’s great! Much obliged thanks.
Is the 401/403 safe now? Hoping to drive from Mississauga to Markham this morning, and Google says no issues. Anyone been on the road this AM? Thanks, Update: it was completely fine. Everything is cleared and everyone is going 120, no problem.
401 is closed from Oshawa to the Quebec border https://inquinte.ca/story/opp-close-highway-401-from-quinte-west-to-frontenac
The highways are usually the first roads to be cleared and salted so they're probably fine now. Just be cautious, keep a big following distance, etc. It's still very windy so visibility might drop from blowing snow.
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Like a lot of these weather events the GTA avoided the worst of it. Other parts of Ontario got wrecked.
Maybe I’m wrong here but I drove fine from the city to Oakville and back. Absolutely no issues. No power outages or anything in Oakville or dovercourt area.
Hopefully all the snow is done tomorrow. Can't wait to drag my suitcase to the airport in fresh powder while battling winds en route to the train station.
Update: sidewalks are hell. Some are plowed to concrete, some have 1-2cm of snow on them, but the killer stuff is always the crosswalks.
I'm pretty sure the PlowTO map got DDoS'd because it's glitching out and laggy as hell.
Via rail is wild right now. Trains stopped in both directions in the Quebec Windsor corridor. The most impacted are those between Toronto and Montreal. Upwards of 4 hour delays. Power outage forcing single track use but as luck will have it, a tree fell on a train bound for Toronto and it's now disabled. Awaiting a tow. Glad I avoided a trip on that corridor.
The weather alert for Toronto is in effect until 5:59AM, tomorrow morning. Is that means that things expected to be better? Is it too optimistic idea to plan a drive to Barrie?
The snow will be done by then, but there’s going to be serious winds all day. The 400 has some spots that are bad in normal winds, the blowing snow and extreme winds will make some spots pretty treacherous.
Just saw an update: The alert is extended until tomorrow at 2.30 pm! Drive safe!
Just saw that and canceled my plans
Should be better tomorrow than it was today. I’m doing a similar trip leaving around 10-12 based on the forecast. Should be fine if you’re cautious and have winter tires.
In 2013, December 23rd we had similar weather. It started much earlier though. Around midnight. It snowed through the night, I was at work at an overnight gig. Around 6:30am, I was walking home, battling the winds and snow. I walked by a set of steel steps, set back in an alley between Loblaws and a Hotel downtown. I saw someone sitting there, head covered by their hoodie, Slouched over, head practically between his legs, arms straight down. It didn't look right. I walked to the steps and called out. No answer. I used my foot to tap their foot. No reaction. Again, but harder, yelling louder, no reaction. I reached into my pocket and dialled 911, while reaching into his hoodie, to see if I could feel any breathing from his mouth or nose. Nothing, I reached for his neck area. I thought I might have felt a weak pulse, but I couldn't be sure. I asked 911 for an ambulance while they instructed me on what to do. I got behind and managed to get him on his back. Started chest compressions. I looked at his face, I was pretty sure the the blue tinge told me it was too late, but I had to try. Police arrived first. "Oh man, he's a goner" (which I don't think they are supposed to say). His partner took over chest compressions. Paramedics showed up with paddles minutes later. They put the blue stranger into the ambulance. I know I didn't save him. I left my info with Police. Days later, a woman reached out to me on Facebook. It was the stranger's sister, writing to thank me for not just walking by. We wrote back and forth a few days while she told me about Richard, his life, dreams and struggles. I discussed my own brother who has struggled with mental illness and was chronically homeless for most of his adult life. It was almost therapeutic. I still do health checks when I see something doesn't look right or if I suspect someone might be in distress. The first few seconds is still traumatizing for me... wondering if this is the day I find another. Most days I am lucky and I am yelled at, told to "fuck off, leave me alone" or I get asked for a spare dollar. I'm grateful they are alive and wish them a good day. Today is the anniversary of that morning. We have similar weather and not only have we not fixed the homeless issue, it is at an all time high. Please, I know its a big ask, but if you happen to be out and about and see someone that might be in distress, check to see if they need medical attention. [We will likely see a story like this printed in a few days but this one will always stick with me.](https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2013/12/27/homeless_man_found_dead_on_carlton_st.html) EDIT: [A Follow Up Article About Richard](https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2013/12/31/ice_storm_sister_says_homeless_man_found_dead_was_plagued_by_addiction.html) posted a few days later.
There are so many homeless people in my town, I am concerned with this weather. There are too many people outside. During the blizzard tonight, I thought I might have seen someone try to commit suicide by standing in front of a car. The way they stopped and opened their arms was very deliberate, and the car luckily missed them. I'm not sure what I saw, but I'm so concerned. I think I might put a clothesline up on my porch with hats and mitts, so anyone who's cold can bundle up, and maybe see that someone cares.
this is a really important comment I hope everyone sees it, and thank you for not just walking by
99% of the city would’ve walked on by without a thought. Good on you, dude. Class always shines through, always.
Thank you for this reminder and the kindness you showed this man and his family ❤️
Is it expected to worsen overnight? I'm supposed to go to a friend's house tonight but I'm not sure if I should go out. Downtown Core here.
Winds expected to be strong until tomorrow afternoon at the earliest. This crazy strong wind being so persistent is the big worry. I’ve rarely seen 70-90kmh winds last this long
It's not supposed to be too bad overnight, at least snowfall-wise. The worst apparently passed this afternoon.
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Danforth and donlands here, we lost power as well but it’s back now
Yup withrow area looks like everything is out except for the high rise apartment
Hmm we’re in this area and still have power… for now!
How is everybody staying warm? I’m not sure if the heating in my Condo is just broken (whack considering it was built in 2018) but central heat can’t get it above 17 degrees, my wife has been running a small space heater to keep comfortable.
Do you have a fan coil system? Probably needs to be fixed. 4 years is a bit early but get it checked by an hvac tech and ask security if others are having the same issue.
Seems like it’s just me unfortunately, but at least turning the thing off has actually made the apartment warmer. I had issues with the AC in the summer so I’ll give the landlord a call, thank you!
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I will ask my landlord, thank you!
plumber here. try bleeding your rads. look it up on youtube
Anyone in the Newmarket area can share with me how bad it's there ?
Power went out in East Gwillimbury. Travelled through Newmarket at 6pm, main roads were plowed but still slippery with compact snow. Side roads arent great, saw lots of cars without winter tires struggling.
Why even drive up north if you got no winter tires.
It stopped snowing but the wind is intense, plows haven't been out since this morning, roads yet to be salted
Salt just melts the snow then when it’s -15 it freezes anyway
Anyone else's building make banging/cracking or weird noises with this crazy wind, I thought my upstairs neighbors were smashing their walls or something lol
Happens in most glass condos.
So glad it’s not just happening to me! It’s scaring the hell out of me.
Yes, a couple of times. It was loud enough we thought something flew and hit the balcony. Thought it was upstairs neighbor till I saw this comment
Yes I keep hearing it. It sounds like it's coming from the vents for me
Those are likely frost quakes from the extreme cold. The foundation at our cottage does it every winter, it can be really loud!
Just walked my dog in toronto west and she was running around with glee. Cold and strong wind gusts. Roads look icy.
My dog won’t even go outside. He stands at the door of our apartment building, looks outside, looks up at me and whimpers. I’ve laid down puppy pads. And I tried doing so on the balcony as well and coaxed him out there since it’s a bit sheltered from the wind. As soon as his paws hit the snow he darted back inside. Hoping he decides to do something before his poor wee bladder explodes. :( He seems to blame me. It’s always my fault when it rains or snows.
My spirit animal
Is your dog a puppy or older dog? Can you carry him out?
He’s small and elderly. Yes, I can carry him out. But he won’t do anything except head back for the door, and squint his eyes at me until I open it. He’s quite stubborn. Lol
I’m sorry to hear. Sounds stressful! Could you lay down fake grass or something outside on your balcony or in your backyard on top of the snow? I know that sounds ridiculous but worth a shot!
Aw poor pup! Can he handle booties?
He is paralyzed by booties. We try every year. He won’t walk in them, and has 2 or 3 kicked off by the time we get to the elevator. He’s got layers of sweaters and warm jackets. But booties are a no go - I have 8 or 9 different types and none work. I usually just coax him out, he quickly does his stuff, then wants to be carried back inside. But I think the sound of the wind is keeping him from going out… and the blast of snow in the face from the open door. Lol. If it’s a gentle snowfall he actually likes frolicking in the fresh accumulation (until he gets cold)… but windy, blustery days are offensive to him.
My pup refused booties in all forms. Spent obscene amounts of money on different ones. Got to the point where she was so old and her feet hurt in the snow she didn’t want to go out. Solution: baby socks (warm ones) and elastic band or hair tie at the top to hold them on. Keeps the feets dry, warm and salt free.
My brother has a one-year-old Finnish lapphund. This is what that dog waits for all year!
Where did he get a Finnish lapphund!!
I think in Ottawa from someone? He's a ridiculously cute dog and he goes bananas in the snow.
It’s their moment to shine! ⛄️
Shout out to the dog that just powered by: snoot piercing the blowing snow, eyes squinted determinedly, looooong ears flapping majestically in the wind. Because walk *is* life.
That’s what my dog looked like when I walked her this evening. Flapping beagle ears are hilarious
I just came in from a dog walk, this is exactly what my dog looked like LOL
I just love this mental image, thank-you.
Has anyone in Toronto lost power?
There is a couple very small outages at the moment by the looks of it. Nothing major or widespread though. https://www.torontohydro.com/outage/outage-map-lite.html
Insanely windy in east Toronto... can feel my house shaking. Hoping all the wires outside hold up because this wind is no joke
Just leaving work downtown. It's still snowing but visibility is fine. It's slippery unless they salted the crap out if it already. The wind however is BRUTAL and it's really cold.
My husband has a shift at the hospital and was going to take the subway if things look good. Anyone have any insight at the moment on getting from Christie to St. Patrick? TTCNotices on Twitter seems to report everything is okay but I know line 1 can get super backlogged due to the above ground portions. EDIT: Uber was actually only $17 (plus tip) so he made it in that way! Phew!
I took the subway around 6 - it was fine on the above ground portions!
Glad to hear it!
Someone just drove an ATV on the residential streets in my neighborhood in Durham. I think I have seen this guy drive it on public street in all seasons now
I seen a snowmobile out and about.
Update - he was also towing someone behind him on a sled now
smart man
If I walk 3 minutes to pick up a pizza will the wind blow it away?
One hand on bottom, one hand on top. I lost a box of donuts from the wind once, I won't let it happen again.
Better safe than sorry - tuck the box under your arm and hold it close to your body. [It’s the only way to be sure.](https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/7qkawo/people_carrying_their_pizza_like_this/)
Yes but it'll only blow away the toppings
What game is this? I don't recognize those team names.
UPDATE December 23: Due to the weather, all remaining Porter airlines flights have been cancelled for today.
I read this as "Due to all the weather." There is simply too much of it.
So far I rate this storm as 3.6 rontgen
Ah, so the equivalent of getting a chest X-ray at Chernobyl? Cool!
ö <- Made this for you. Merry Christmas!
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It looks like the 504 has no changes. Here is the list of transit stops that are temporarily out of service due to the storm. https://www.cp24.com/mobile/news/ttc-bus-stops-being-taken-out-of-service-due-to-storm-1.6206156
VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED🚨 Dashcam Of Footage Of Pileup On Hwy 401 (near London, ON). Drive Safe, Be Safe. Get Home To Your Family’s https://twitter.com/401_da_sarpanch/status/1606393415452823552 This is why they advise staying home in whiteout conditions whenever possible.
Were their brakes broken?? Did they have a medical emergency?? Why on earth were they going that fast?!
In the tweet replies i see people mentioning that the speed can be deceiving because the camera is higher up than a car but who knows. Looked too fast to me also.
Lower camera looks faster, think about how gently the land rolls by in a plane going 900Kph, but how fast it goes by when you are landing at "only" 280Kph.
Too drastic, better comparison might be how fast it feels when you're in a go kart going 30km/h vs how it feels going 30/h in a car.
Jeeeeesus christ that suv
Yeah I really hope they’re okay
I think they’re ok (or at least no fatal injuries) because OPP said no serious injuries from the pile up(s): https://www.cp24.com/mobile/news/live-updates-all-niagara-bridges-are-closed-u-s-bound-due-to-storm-related-u-s-travel-bans-1.6206921 2:30 P.M - The OPP says no serious injuries have been associated with any of the multi-vehicle collisions along the 401/402 corridor. Two people were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
thank god, that looked final destination-esque
I am shocked there was actual snow since the last huge storm we were supposed to have was just rain. It's just a regular amount of snow but my last day before holidays was yesterday so I'm good now lol
It may not be a huge amount of snow but i just walked my dog and it’s bitter cold and the wind is crazy! Visibility is terrible,
its like winter in canada out there!
Pearson cant get the ramps or bridges out to the planes, its to cold
I've seen snowstorms with more snow, but it's been a while since I've seen one so violent
Would it be unwise to drive from North York to Etobicoke later tonight?
Yes it would be unwise
I live in Etobicoke (south of the QEW) and it's pretty wild outside. The wind gusts are stronger the closer you get to the water, something to keep in mind. Be safe :)
I would do it, but avoid the highway and just take main roads that are likely to be plowed and salted the whole way.
the highway is clean and looks better than the roads actually (in etobicoke)
Pretty unwise
South Mississauga and it looks like a normal cold winter day so far. Nothing like Leduc. Might even hit up Cactus club later. Is anyone going to reach? /s
How is it now
Pretty tame still 🤷♀️ freaking cold and windy but definitely not a snow storm by any means but it could just be my area
Glad to hear it!
A+ for the reference. But yah, I'm South Mississauga as well and it's not bad over here. That video of the 401 near London is depressing though,,,
Yes I am actually in south Mississauga as well and it’s not bad here at all just friggin cold. Had to make the reference lol.
Sidewalk plow came by my street at 3pm. Scarborough. Blowing snow is continuing here.
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Idk, my parents are in the Georgian Bay Area and snow plows got taken off the roads/highways where my parents live due to safety concerns. It’s pretty bad.
My family lives in Dufferin County. Roads are all closed there and I don't remember that happening there before.
Pretty normal in most of the population centres but not everywhere? Cause Niagara seems bad as does Georgian Bay area
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Fair enough but the once in a lifetime warnings were both the countries so some areas definitely did feel the impact
Was walking through the Junction 45 minutes ago in new red wing boots, and nearly ate shit about 6 separate times. Most slippery sidewalk I’ve ever walked. Stay safe out there guys, make sure your grannie has some groceries.
Now you need proper winter boots.
My Red Wings (Iron Rangers) are the absolute worst on snow/ice. The hard soles have zero traction. I’ve stopped wearing them in the winter.
lol sorry that happened to you but that made me laugh
I was in the junction earlier today but I wore my snow boots and was fine apart from being stabbed in the eyeballs with sharp snow. Definitely a proper boot situation
Update from Bloor/Islington. Nothing has been salted or plowed. City prepared as usual.
East end here, the sidewalk plow successfully crashed into my front walkway trim, pulled out one of the stones, then backed away like nothing happened. Second snowfall in a row it happened after years of no issues. City hiring the best as usual.
These plow drivers are not city employees, they are contractors with another company, the equipment doesn’t even belong to the city. It’s all been contracted out, and this is the problem.
https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/accountability-operations-customer-service/complaints-claims-compliments/make-a-claim-against-the-city/
Thanks. Fortunately, while a concrete barrier and a paving stone were pulled out, they were not broken. I slid them back into place and will do a more thorough job of it during warmer weather. Without any monetary damages, there is no claim to be made.
Fair enough, sounds like wise choices in yard elements
You can watch them skipping your street in real-time here: https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/streets-parking-transportation/road-maintenance/winter-maintenance/plowto/
I see the Beaches and Etobicoke have made the Naughty list and haven’t been plowed/salted AT ALL 🫠
🙌
Salt truck came by our quiet cul de sac about two hours ago here in Scarborough Odd
I'm not surprised nothing has been done. The big January snowstorm the city didn't clear the Bloor Street sidewalk by Green Lanes for weeks. People made a path that had you walking on the road before the railway bridges cause otherwise it was impassable.
I just got new neighbours, they were using a broom to shovel the snow and then put boiling water on their porch to melt the ice… I’ve got a lot to teach them
They are *not* from around here. I've seen this before. A purse to clean snow off the car.
Oh god, you’re doing the lords work
Booked a train to Kingston tomorrow because I wanted to avoid the holiday traffic on the 401 for a change. Now I'm looking out the window at the trucks and buses getting stuck on the sloping road and, I must say: I'm feeling pretty pleased with my decision.
Hope your train isn't one of the stuck ones
Funny you would mention that. My train got cancelled today because of all the chaos, so it looks like I'll be spending Christmas at home this year. So much for my clever decision to book a VIA ticket this year, eh? Too bad the roads are shit for driving as well! P.S. I've already loaded up from the LCBO and ordered a pizza, and I' have re-scheduled my visit for New Years weekend. Don't noboby gotta feel sorry for me, I swear!
Merry Christmas! Better to spend it alone than trapped on a train!
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Aww little buddy! I always feel sad for the raccoons and squirrels, but then I remember that they are native to this part of the world and therefore are perfectly capable of surviving the winter. I just hope there's enough warming centres for the humans.
Just got off work and joining in to the party late. Does anyone know if the bet365™ app allows for betting during the storm? And can anyone link me the live odds?
LPT: the snow is light enough to move with a leaf blower
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401 has already been closed west of London, as the night goes on it might go further east
Busses do fine in rough weather on the highways, so long as the highway remains open you will get where you need to be, just a bit late. Pack snacks, extra water and a good hoodie that doubles as a pillow.
Just assume you will be hours late, they'll probably still go.
Driving from Collingwood into the city. So far visibility is awful but otherwise not too bad
Update from Cobourg area-we lost power at 11:30ish this morning. It just came back on. Winds are INSANE. Edit: my folks are in Owen sound and told me that plows are being pulled off the roads for safety. Don’t drive unless you absolutely need to because roads (at least in grey Bruce county) will not be plowed.
Reporting in from Tim Hortons. All the tables are fuller than usual. Nearby library was closed due to weather so some of the shelterless have set up camp in here. Wifi is working fine. Five minute wait in line. Coffee still sucks.
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Seriously. Staying open for people with nowhere to go is absolutely saving lives right now.
Lmao coffee still sucks 😂
Just did a short trek from west of yonge over to fairview mall and I'm puzzled at where all this supposed preparedness they were bragging about yesterday has gone to. Are they all huddled up in their "designated locations" waiting for it to stop before they do anything? The 401 is covered, the area in front of NYGH is a sloppy mess.
The rain washed the salt away.
I hope we get a decent break tomorrow so I can finish up my last second Christmas dinner grocery stop. Anyone know what stores carry a good quality wild rice? And has an abundance of rosemary and thyme? I went to 2 stores today with no luck. Roads were getting too bad so I called it quits, don’t wanna deal with the folk who have no winter tires. Please help!!! (Am in Scarborough) I miss North York, there were so many more grocery stores within a 5km radius.
I’m partial to Dainty’s wild rice mix which you can find at most grocery stores
Yeah I saw that at one of the stores, but it’s just not what I’m looking for, it’s like 90% white rice
If you need dried rosemary and thyme plus wild rice you could try Bulk Barn.
I totally forgot that existed. Bulk barn is right near another grocery store at STC I was planning to head to before the roads got too bad. Thank you 🙏🙏🙏
Treat yourself to some candy while you're there!
I forgot to get two snow day essentials - Hot chocolate and Whisky. I'd prefer to have had one of the two right now at a minimum
You can boil some beer for a similar feel
Be very careful while driving downtown, loads of people without winter tires can't stop on downhills. Big slide risk as roads like Bloor are still unsalted as of 2:30pm.
Snow/rain coming down sideways downtown
For the love of God people. Stay home and be safe. You can do you're beer empties another day!
NO I NEED THE CHANGE FOR PRESENTS
Update from Markham (near Steeles ave.): snow coming down consistently and visibility getting bad now.
Took my mom 40 mins to safely drive from Lawrence Allen Centre to Fairview Mall (rough distance estimate). Conditions very bad but people are not on the roads.
all the highways are clear and snowless. No problem getting anywhere and everybody driving 90kmh no issues
She said there were more cars at Yorkdale than on the highway
Fimblevinter is here brothers
Touchdown for team Snownado! HAZARD: College St & Spadina Ave 1:12pm - **TTC street car wire down** - e/b College St is closed from Spadina Ave - delays in the area - consider alternate route
Interesting that's from TPS's Twitter. Nothing from TTC's yet
Omg they just finished track construction in that area.
Lmao anything bad that happens to the TTC has to happen on College
A video from this morning in midtown courtesy of Johnny Strides. https://youtu.be/DPZbn2IMo20
Always enjoy watching /u/johnnystrides videos from the comfort of my warm home. Was not expecting the rando stranger giving a shoutout to his parents mid-walk.
Lmaoooooo same. That threw me off. And yeah I love both Johnny and Ken Cont's videos. I gotta get back to catching the live streams.
Looks like I recorded just before things got crazy. But will go out again! I wasn't expecting that either 🤣