When Orillia’s ice storm struck, it didn’t just freeze tree branches—it froze budgets, bank accounts, and a few eyebrows too. Orillia, known for its vibrant community and picturesque scenery, recently found itself wrestling with a hefty price tag tied to storm recovery efforts. In the aftermath of the ice storm, which wreaked havoc on the […]
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The calendar says spring, but Ontario’s skies tell a different story. With snow warnings piling up faster than icy drifts, it’s clear winter isn’t done with us yet. Ontario residents may have been tempted to stash away their winter jackets and snow shovels, but Environment Canada’s latest advisories would kindly suggest otherwise. As snowflakes continue
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Barrie’s ice storm didn’t just glaze the city in a glistening sheen of ice—it froze daily life in its tracks, leaving residents grappling with power outages, fallen branches, and disrupted routines. This past weekend, Barrie residents faced one of the harshest ice storms in recent memory, a storm so fierce it left entire neighbourhoods without
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A quiet Saturday morning in Simcoe County turned into a harrowing spectacle of nature’s raw power as a relentless ice storm swept through the region, leaving tens of thousands without power and disrupting life as residents knew it. On March 30, 2025, the storm’s impact was immediate and overwhelming. Roads were blocked by fallen branches
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As freezing rain threatens to blanket Barrie in ice, local businesses must act swiftly to protect their operations and ensure safety during severe weather conditions. Winter is no stranger to Barrie, but the spring season brings an icy reminder of the havoc storms can wreak. With forecasts predicting up to 10 millimetres of ice accumulation,
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Well, hey there, folks! Hope you’ve got your toques on tight because today’s weather in Barrie is shaping up to be a real mixed bag, eh? You know, it’s one of those classic Canadian spring days where winter doesn’t quite know when to pack it in. This morning kicks off with chilly air hanging around
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There’s something oddly comforting about a spring sky in Barrie, Ontario. It’s not the sunshine bursting through; it’s that thick, grey blanket of clouds that feels like an old friend dropping by for coffee—uninvited but somehow welcome. Barrie’s spring weather doesn’t just flirt with clouds; it commits to them. This season, we’re looking at a
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Call it a Canadian ritual—checking the weather with the same reverence as a hockey game. March 27th in Barrie brings a forecast that even Bob and Doug McKenzie might raise a toast to, eh? “Beauty, eh?” might be their reaction to this rollercoaster day. It kicks off mild with highs reaching 9°C (or 49°F for
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Alright, Barrie — let’s talk about the weather, that infamous Canadian conversation starter. If you’re stepping outside today, brace yourself. The snow might be taking it easy, but the northwest wind? Oh, it’s got plans. With gusts up to 46 km/h and a real feel hovering around -16°C, you’ll want to double-layer that puffy parka
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