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Toronto faced its first snowfall on December 4, with Pearson Airport recording 0.2 cm, marking one of the latest first snowfalls in recorded history.
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Environment Canada warns GTA commuters of hazardous driving conditions with up to 5 cm snowfall expected, triggering winter weather advisories.
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Toronto's winter operations has 800 road equipment pieces and 300 sidewalk units available, with operations beginning with liquid brining on expressways and major intersections.
Ontario Provincial Police reported responding to around two dozen vehicle collisions across GTA highways by 2:30 PM, though no serious injuries reported..
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Gravenhurst residents battled through around 140 centimeters of weekend snow, prompting a state of emergency and highway closures between Orillia and Huntsville.
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Thomas Marshall and his excavation team from Bobcaygeon traveled to help stranded Gravenhurst residents, including those needing urgent medical supplies.
Local grocer Jesse Grimes spent hours delivering food and water to stranded truck drivers who were stuck for over 24 hours.
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Community volunteers rescued the historic RMS Segwun steamship at Muskoka Steamships after it started listing from heavy snow weight.
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Richmond Hill's snow removal faces potential delays due to municipal workers' strike, with contractors handling additional responsibilities.
Northern Ontario continues struggling with weekend storms that left hundreds of motorists stranded on Highway 11.
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Oakville and Mississauga reported multiple weather-related crashes by evening, while Toronto's lakeshore areas expect overnight flurries.