Hydro One is currently facing significant challenges as tens of thousands of customers are without power due to severe weather conditions affecting the Ottawa-Gatineau area. As of 11 a.m., approximately 52,000 local customers were reported to be without electricity, with the number peaking near 60,000 mid-morning.
The outages are primarily attributed to strong winds and blowing snow, with gusts reaching up to 100 km/h in southern Prince Edward County, 80 km/h near the St. Lawrence River and Lake Ontario, and 70 km/h in Ottawa and surrounding communities. Hydro One crews are actively working to restore power to affected areas.
Several municipalities in the region have declared significant weather events due to the storm, which is anticipated to be one of the top five snowfall events in Northeastern Ontario’s history. In addition to the widespread power outages, the swing bridge in Little Current has been closed due to adverse weather conditions.
Customers experiencing outages are encouraged to report them by texting 92887 (WATTS) or calling 1-800-434-1235. Hydro One has also reported small power outages on Manitoulin Island, further complicating the situation.
As the storm continues to impact the region, officials are monitoring the situation closely and providing updates as they become available. The response teams are working diligently to restore power and ensure safety for all residents.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the full extent of the damage and the timeline for power restoration, but Hydro One is committed to addressing these outages as quickly as possible.
