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Most Quebecers get power back after strong storm rips through many parts of province

(5 months ago)
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The majority of Quebec residents had their power restored Monday morning after a powerful storm swept across the province Sunday, causing widespread power outages, knocking down power lines, and flooding major intersections and buildings. The Greater Montreal Area received nearly a month's worth of rain in just a few hours.

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  1. 1 Sunday: Strong storm swept across Quebec, causing power outages and flooding
  2. 2 Sunday afternoon: 100,000 clients without power
  3. 3 Monday morning: Majority of Quebec residents had power back, 4,600 clients still without power
  4. 4 Monday morning: Most roads in Greater Montreal region returned to regular flow
  • Widespread power outages (initially 100,000 clients)
  • Knocked down power lines
  • Flooded major intersections and buildings
  • Disrupted traffic
  • Rescue of a man stuck under a viaduct
What: A strong storm caused widespread power outages and significant flooding across Quebec, with most power now restored.
When: Sunday (storm hit); Monday morning (power mostly restored); July (normal monthly rainfall comparison).
Where: Quebec province, specifically Greater Montreal Area, Montreal, Laval, the Laurentians, Lanaudière, Papineau-Leblanc Bridge, Highway 40 near Dorval, de Salaberry in Cartierville.
Why: Sudden, intense rainfall (70-80mm in three hours) and strong winds overwhelmed drainage systems and damaged power infrastructure, leading to widespread flooding and outages.
How: The storm brought heavy precipitation and high winds. Hydro-Quebec worked to restore power, and emergency services conducted rescues.

The majority of Quebec residents had their power restored Monday morning after a powerful storm swept across the province Sunday, causing widespread power outages, knocking down power lines, and flooding major intersections and buildings. The Greater Montreal Area received nearly a month's worth of rain in just a few hours.