The aftermath of a significant snowstorm in Toronto has prompted cleanup efforts, with more snowfall anticipated on Friday.
CP24 is currently providing live updates on the impact of the storm across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
In a notable incident, a Via Rail train collided with a snowplow, causing substantial delays for GO Transit services in the eastern part of the city.
A question on many minds is why Durham schools remained operational while the majority of schools in the GTA opted to close their doors.
At Pearson Airport, travelers are facing delays and cancellations as ground crews work diligently to keep runways clear of snow.
Meanwhile, the Finch Light Rail Transit (LRT) system has been officially shut down due to issues with the tracks compounded by ongoing snow removal efforts.
Additionally, southbound Highway 400 is closed at Finch Avenue, creating further challenges for commuters.
Peel police have issued driving safety advice, recommending that motorists travel equipped with gloves, an emergency blanket, and windshield fluid to navigate the hazardous conditions.
On the public transit front, while the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) reports that subway services are running smoothly, buses and streetcars are experiencing multiple cancellations due to the inclement weather.
In response to the snowstorm, Toronto's administration is deploying 100 staff members from various city departments to assist with snow clearing operations, as stated by Mayor Olivia Chow.
To provide relief for those in need, Toronto plans to open two additional warming centers by 5 p.m.
Students are making the most of their unexpected snow day, taking advantage of the closure that affected most schools in the GTA.
Climatologists warn that this is just the beginning, stating, 'Count those snowflakes, we're not finished yet,' indicating that the GTA should prepare for a protracted winter season ahead.
An orange-level weather alert will remain in effect even after the snowfall subsides.
As one exhausted child, Carter Trozzo, returns home, he reflects on his new-found appreciation for shoveling snow, admitting, 'It's gonna be a long day.'
A city official has outlined the plans for snow response, emphasizing that such operations require time and patience to ensure thoroughness.
