Winds leave 100,000 in province in the dark


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More than 100,000 people were without power in Ontario after a mighty wind hit the province — a result of a recent storm system that spawned a deadly twister in Indiana and continued northeast.

"What we're seeing is the clash of the seasons," said Accuweather meteorologist Marc Spilde, adding "summer is holding on for one last gasp."

Gusts of up to 89 km/h were measured at Pearson airport; a wind warning was issued in Toronto and surrounding cities at 5:15 p.m. Strong gusts felled tree branches and downed hydro wires, blocking roads and causing power outages throughout the city on November 6.

Toronto Fire, Toronto Hydro and police were all busier than usual responding to calls but said no one was injured or killed because of the storm. Toronto Hydro said the bulk of calls came in the late afternoon from Toronto's core, said Marina Leyderman, spokesperson for Toronto Hydro.

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