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'Cracking' at site of historic landslide near Fort St. John triggers evacuation order - The Weather Network Site south of Fort St. John saw landslides in 2018 and 2020

The Peace River Regional District has issued an evacuation order for some residents in the small community of Old Fort, B.C., near Fort St. John, after "cracking" appeared along Old Fort Road.

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Days of snow and ice target Newfoundland, travel and power issues likely - The Weather Network Potent weather system to bring snowfall, ice pellets, and freezing rain to Newfoundland

A potent weather system will bring snowfall, ice pellets, and freezing rain to Newfoundland this week.

Significant snow and freezing precipitation will begin late Tuesday, intensifying on Wednesday morning and afternoon.

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Tale of two seasons on the Prairies with heavy snow and thunderstorm risk - The Weather Network A mid-week spring storm set is to bring heavy snow, strong winds and even thunderstorms to the Prairies this week, resulting in difficult travel at times

Much of Saskatchewan and parts of Manitoba should brace for a decent dumping this week, with local totals exceeding 30 cm for some spots. #SKstorm #MBstorm www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/weat...

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City of Calgary’s golf course gates set to swing open Tuesday - The Weather Network It's time to dust off the golf clubs in Calgary! While local golfers can enjoy the start of the season on Tuesday, a major winter storm is forecast for other parts of the Prairies. Get the full report on the opening day for city courses.

It's time to dust off the golf clubs in Calgary! While local golfers can enjoy the start of the season on Tuesday, a major winter storm is forecast for other parts of the Prairies. Get the full report on the opening day for city courses. #ABwx
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Experiencing Canada: A Natural Haven for Iconic Yukon Species - The Weather Network Get up close and personal with Canadian wildlife

Get up close and personal with Canadian wildlife 🤩

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Watch your cuts: How to properly prune your trees for optimal health - The Weather Network Learn the best practices for tree pruning to keep your trees healthy and safe.

Learn the best practices for tree pruning to keep your trees healthy and safe. ⬇️

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Newfoundland set for multi-day ice, snow storm - The Weather Network Eastern Newfoundland is in for a prolonged mix of freezing rain, ice pellets and snow starting Tuesday

A slow-moving storm is anticipated to bring a prolonged mix of freezing rain, ice pellets and snow to eastern Newfoundland starting Tuesday evening and lasting through Thursday.

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Look up to spot Lyrid fireballs flashing across the night - The Weather Network The oldest meteor shower on record reaches its peak this week

The Lyrid meteor shower is the oldest meteor shower on record, and it reaches its peak this week!

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7.4-magnitude earthquake off Japan triggers waves, tsunami threat passes - The Weather Network Tsunami waves observed after quake, evacuations ordered across northern Japan

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck off Japan’s northeastern coast, triggering tsunami waves of up to 80 cm, with warnings still in effect for waves potentially reaching 3 metres.

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Monday madness expected across Canada as seasons clash - The Weather Network A classic springtime split will develop across the country to kick off the week

A classic springtime split will develop across the country to kick off the week.

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Newfoundland set for multi-day ice, snow storm - The Weather Network Eastern Newfoundland is in for a prolonged mix of freezing rain, ice pellets and snow starting Tuesday

Ice storm and snow expected to hit Newfoundland Tuesday–Thursday, bringing travel disruptions and outage risks. www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/weat...

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7.4-magnitude earthquake hits Japan, triggers tsunami warnings - The Weather Network Tsunami waves observed after quake, evacuations ordered across northern Japan

Evacuations ordered after 7.4-magnitude quake triggers tsunami waves in northern Japan. www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/weat...

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Sahara dust doesn’t stay in the Sahara 😳 A massive plume swept from North Africa to Greece this month, turning skies orange and visibility near zero. Libya issued warnings, flights were diverted, and air quality hit dangerous levels in parts of the Mediterranean.

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Quebec municipalities deal with flooding, some residents evacuated from homes - The Weather Network 62 residences in Lanaudière and Laurentians flooded Sunday morning

62 residences in Lanaudière and Laurentians flooded Sunday morning. #MeteoQC www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/weat...

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'Ready to ignite': Risks of burning grass outweigh perceived benefits, warns DNR - The Weather Network Forest protection manager encourages opting for safer alternatives

Scott Tingley of Nova Scotia's Department of Natural Resources said firefighters have responded to dozens of reports about grass fires this spring. www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/weat...

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Canada’s first tornado of the year is closer than you think - The Weather Network When does Canada usually see its first tornado of the year? The atmosphere always has exceptions, and we’ll explore some of the more extreme cases of the first twister in recent memory.

When does Canada usually see its first tornado of the year? The atmosphere always has exceptions, and we’ll explore some of the more extreme cases of the first twister in recent memory.
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Feeding the birds? Or feeding a mice problem? Springtime mistake! - The Weather Network While feeding birds is a kind gesture, it can lead to an unwelcome problem. The Weather Network speaks with wildlife control experts who explain how you can manage the opportunists before they become a problem.

Feeding the birds this spring sounds like a good idea...until you have mice in the basement. www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/natu...

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Experiencing Canada: Get whisked away into the wilderness of Yukon - The Weather Network Get whisked away into the wilderness of Yukon by some four legged friends.

Experiencing Canada: Get whisked away into the wilderness of Yukon by some four legged friends. www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/life...

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Parts of Ontario are approaching wettest-ever start to spring - The Weather Network Several regions in Ontario are accelerating toward their wettest start to spring on record

As floods grip parts of Ontario, Toronto is one heavy shower away from witnessing its wettest start to spring on record.

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How Canada rates tornadoes officially changed in 2013 with this Ont. twister - The Weather Network On this day in weather history in 2013, the EF scale was used for the first time in Canada.

Canada decided to join its southern neighbours by adopting the EF scale on April 18, 2013, making the Sherburne, Ont., tornado the first one that was measured with the new measurement methodology. #ThisDayInWeatherHistory #ONstorm
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How this university is preventing invasive spongy moths from spreading - The Weather Network Invasive spongy moths cause billions of dollars in damage annually. The Weather Network met with Richard Hamelin as he unveils a new technology that creates a DNA fingerprint to trace the origin of these pests, providing a crucial defence for Canada's vital ecosystems.

The Weather Network met with Richard Hamelin as he unveils a new technology that creates a DNA fingerprint to trace the origin of these pests, providing a crucial defence for Canada's vital ecosystems. www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/natu...

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Why some hurricane names like Arthur resurface - The Weather Network Arthur has been placed back on the hurricane name list for 2026. The Weather Network takes a look back at the fury of Hurricane Arthur in 2014, which, despite not being retired, left a trail of uprooted trees, damaged homes, and widespread power outages in Atlantic Canada.

Arthur is back. While many New Brunswickers will certainly remember the impacts of the powerful storm, it was post-tropical when it hit and the damage didn’t send Arthur into retirement. @natetwn.bsky.social story. www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/weat...

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Flood warnings in Ontario's cottage country as warmth, rainfall hits locales - The Weather Network Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound district under flood warning, some parts of Ont., declaring states of emergency

Minden Hills has been under a state of emergency since Tuesday. Flooding has made it into people's homes, shut down roads and prompted the town to turn its local arena and community space into an evacuation centre. #ONstorm #ONwx www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/weat...

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The Great Quake of 1906 nearly wiped San Francisco off the map - The Weather Network Thousands of people died in the earthquake and subsequent firestorm that destroyed most of the city

The deadliest earthquake in American history struck Northern California during the pre-dawn hours on April 18, 1906, a tragedy that nearly wiped San Francisco off the map. www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/scie...

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Heading overseas? Know these four important travel risk levels - The Weather Network Paying attention to travel advice and advisories can help you and your family stay safe while travelling overseas

Paying attention to travel advice and advisories can help you and your family stay safe while travelling overseas.

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Think your garden is a safe haven? Some of the most beloved flowers can cause serious health issues, from vomiting to severe skin burns. The Weather Network's Jordyn Read identifies four common yet toxic plants to be cautious of this gardening season.

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“Don’t kill it”: Toxic hammerhead worms make spring return - The Weather Network Cooler temperatures have now forced the worms into hiding here in Canada, but in other parts of the continent they are thriving and triggering local warnings.

Cooler temperatures have now forced the worms into hiding here in Canada, but in other parts of the continent, they are thriving and triggering local warnings.

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Super Typhoon Sinlaku unleashed fury upon Saipan and Guam with category 4 hurricane winds. Extensive damage to homes, cars, and infrastructure followed the powerful storm's sweep across the Pacific islands.

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The community of Minden, Ontario, faces a state of emergency as the Gull River overflows, causing widespread flooding. The Weather Network's Victoria Fenn Alvarado joins residents and volunteers of all ages working tirelessly, filling thousands of sandbags to protect homes and businesses.

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A spring tree banned in parts of US is still sold in Canada - The Weather Network You'll likely smell this tree before you see it.

Often called “spring’s stinkiest tree” due to its rotting fish-like smell, the Bradford pear is a fast-growing ornamental known for its white spring blossoms ... and the headaches it can bring.

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