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flag A blizzard on Feb. 7, 2026, closed Ontario’s Highway 402, stranding over 150 people and prompting widespread rescues.

flag A severe winter storm on February 7, 2026, forced the full closure of Highway 402 in southwestern Ontario due to blizzard conditions, including heavy snow, strong winds up to 80 km/h, and reduced visibility. flag Stranded vehicles, including trucks and passenger cars, were trapped for up to 12 hours, prompting emergency crews, volunteers, and fire departments to assist in rescues. flag Over 300 emergency calls were reported, and warming stations were opened in communities like Watford and Plympton-Wyoming. flag Despite road-clearing efforts, over 150 people remained on tow truck waitlists by Saturday afternoon. flag Authorities urged residents to avoid non-essential travel, with some roads reopening by early evening but conditions remaining hazardous.

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