On Saturday, Toronto experienced severe weather conditions, including heavy rain and high winds, which resulted in numerous power outages across the city. Toronto Hydro reported responding to more than 145 incidents related to downed powerlines and trees near electrical wires. Most of these incidents have been resolved, and crews are actively working on the remaining outages. The utility company emphasized the complexity of power restoration during severe weather, noting that crews must secure the area, remove debris, replace damaged equipment, and conduct tests before restoring power. Meanwhile, Toronto Fire reported a significant uptick in emergency calls, with crews responding to 671 incidents over the past 24 hours, marking a 36% increase in call volume compared to typical days. These calls included various concerns, such as downed wires, water-related issues, and medical emergencies. Residents are urged to stay at least 10 metres away from downed powerlines and to report any such hazards immediately to ensure safety.