‘Heavy snow’ set to hammer London region as deep freeze drags on

‘Heavy snow’ set to hammer London region as deep freeze drags on
The London Free Press
“Heavy snow” was expected to hit the London region on Sunday, arriving amid a days-long deep freeze that was also expected to drag on well into the work week. Environment Canada issued a “yellow” advisory – the least-severe warning – that called for snow to start falling from Sunday morning
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Southwestern Ontario hospitals warn of longer ER waits amid flu surge

Southwestern Ontario hospitals warn of longer ER waits amid flu surge
The London Free Press
St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital and Woodstock Hospital have warned of longer-than-normal emergency department wait times.
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Conservation authority issues flood warning amid rain, warm spell

Conservation authority issues flood warning amid rain, warm spell
The London Free Press
Londoners should use extreme caution in flooded areas as streams and rivers rise due to warmer temperatures and more rain, officials with the region’s conservation authority say. The Upper Thames River Conservation Authority issued a warning on Wednesday, saying it expects local waterways “to keep rising due to runoff from
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Researchers assessing tornado damage north of London

The London Free Press
A tornado touched down Monday near Lucan, causing minor damage to a farm property, trees and crops, the Northern Tornadoes Project has confirmed.
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London teen drowns, child rescued at Ipperwash beach

The London Free Press
A teenager from London drowned and a child was rescued by bystanders at Ipperwash beach on Monday, provincial police say. Emergency crews responded shortly after 4 p.m. to reports of swimmers in distress at the Lake Huron beach near East Parkway Drive in Lambton Shores, Lambton County OPP said Tuesday.  An 18-year-old was found unresponsive […]
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Toyota will assemble electric batteries at its Ontario plants, adding to the concentration of electric vehicle investment in Southwestern Ontario.

The London Free Press
Toyota will assemble electric batteries at its Ontario plants, adding to the concentration of electric vehicle investment in Southwestern Ontario.
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