Environment Canada

Severe weather and flooding across North America

10 clusters · 55 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: AC/DC Toronto concert canceled due to stadium storm damage

The Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions have faced intensifying weather threats, characterized by multiple rounds of severe storms and flash flooding risks. In late August, flood watches were issued for New York City, New

Ontario storm aftermath and expanding North American weather

7 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: North America faces severe storm threats and flooding risks

By September 8, the impact of the previous severe weather continued to affect Toronto, where residents managed the aftermath of the massive storms. The City of Toronto reported receiving approximately 5,700 storm-related

Cape Breton severe flooding and emergency response

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Cape Breton flooding isolates communities and damages infrastructure

Torrential rainfall exceeding 200 millimetres caused severe flooding across Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, prompting a state of emergency in Inverness, Richmond, and Victoria counties, as well as the Town of Port Hawkesbury.

Cyclone brings extreme wind, rain, and fatalities to Baltic

14 clusters · 44 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Weather forecasts show sun for Waterloo Region and rain for Latvia

The severe cyclone impacting the Baltic region has expanded its reach, bringing extreme weather conditions to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. In Latvia, a red alert was issued for areas around Riga, Jelgava, and the Vidz

Heavy rainfall and flooding in Atlantic Canada

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Atlantic Canada faces heavy rain and flooding risks

A slow-moving weather system brought heavy rainfall to Atlantic Canada during the Labour Day long weekend. Initially, Environment Canada issued a Special Weather Statement for Eastern Nova Scotia and Cape Breton, forecas

Weather patterns in North America

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Weather forecasts predict thunderstorms and fog across US regions

Weather patterns across North America have featured recurring risks of fog and thunderstorms. In mid-August, parts of Canada and the United States experienced patchy fog and reduced visibility, with forecasts indicating

Bald Range wildfire and Summerland recovery update

34 clusters · 498 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: British Columbia wildfire restrictions and evacuation orders ease

The Bald Range wildfire, which began on August 7, has burned approximately 25,163 hectares and destroyed about 150 structures. While the fire is currently classified as ‘Being Held’, it remains out of control in some cap

2026 BC wildfires – Pear Lake >165k ha, relief efforts in CL

27 clusters · 145 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Pear Lake wildfire near Clinton shows minimal growth

The Pear Lake wildfire and the broader Big Bar complex continue to cause significant destruction in British Columbia. By August 24, the Pear Lake fire was estimated to cover 164,745 hectares. While the fire experienced r

Wildfire Crisis and Mitigation Efforts in British Columbia

28 clusters · 190 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: British Columbia lifts off-road vehicle bans in select fire centres

The wildfire crisis in British Columbia continues to impact air quality and community safety. Environment Canada has issued yellow-coded air quality warnings across several regions due to lingering smoke. Affected areas

Canadian seasonal tourism and destinations

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Seasonal transitions mark the shift from summer to autumn

Canada is characterized by four distinct seasons, ranging from cold winters to warm summers. Notable destinations include the historic village of Niagara-on-the-Lake in Ontario, which is recognized for its Victorian-era

British Columbia weather patterns

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: British Columbia to see first August rain and cooler temperatures

Weather patterns in British Columbia transitioned from high temperatures and air quality concerns to cooler, wetter conditions in August. Initially, the region experienced heat spikes, with inland areas reaching up to 3

Wildfire evacuations in Canada and the United States

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Wildfire evacuation orders and alerts rescinded in Canada and US

In early August 2026, the Fraser Valley Regional District downgraded evacuation orders to alerts for several areas near Boston Bar, including North Bend and Nahatlatch, due to the Brunswick Complex wildfires. While some

Severe summer weather in Alberta

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Severe storms cause damage and outages across US and Canada

Alberta has experienced a period of volatile and severe summer weather characterized by intense thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and significant wind activity. In July, heavy rainfall and thunderstorms caused flooding in

Unsettled summer weather and flooding risks in New Jersey

6 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: New Jersey weather forecast predicts unsettled summer conditions

By mid-August, New Jersey transitioned to more pleasant, seasonable weather with temperatures in the 80s and manageable humidity. However, a weather shift was anticipated for the following Sunday, as a storm system threa

Environment Canada weather alert system update

2 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Environment Canada launches targeted polygon weather alert system

Environment and Climate Change Canada has implemented a new, targeted weather alert system to combat ‘alert fatigue’. Rolled out on August 11, the system utilizes freeform polygons to track the real-time projected paths

Saskatchewan agricultural and crop conditions

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Saskatchewan farmers remain optimistic despite heavy rainfall

In late July, a Saskatchewan crop report indicated that hot and humid weather accelerated crop development in the wetter northern and eastern regions, with canola and pulse crops generally in good condition. However, thi

Event cancellations in Kelowna due to wildfires

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: Kelowna Made festival cancelled due to wildfire smoke threat

Wildfires and deteriorating air quality in Kelowna, British Columbia, have led to the cancellation of several scheduled community events. On August 7, organizers cancelled the annual Argus Apple Triathlon, which was set