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WorldPowerful thunderstorm hits Toronto, leaving tens of thousands without power

A powerful thunderstorm struck Toronto, damaging buildings, closing roads and leaving at least 45,000 electricity customers without power. Torrential rain, strong winds and hail caused severe flooding, affected a hospital and transit services, and delayed or cancelled dozens of flights at Pearson International Airport.

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AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-09-03 05:01Original

Powerful thunderstorm hits Toronto, leaving tens of thousands without power
Powerful thunderstorm hits Toronto, leaving tens of thousands without powerWorld