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What’s Happening Across Ontario

Heavy rainfall mixed with melting snow could cause flooding this weekend, warns Environment Canada. Summary Environment Canada is calling for significant rainfall across many regions of Ontario , with totals generally in the 15–40 mm range depending on location. Several areas also face flood risks due to melting snow and frozen ground that can’t absorb water.  Rainfall Amounts 15–40 mm expected from Friday evening to Saturday evening in regions including: Newmarket–Georgina–Northern York Region Barrie–Orillia–Midland Owen Sound–Blue Mountains Perth County Sault Ste. Marie, Elliot Lake, Temiskaming Shores, Manitoulin Similar totals (15–40 mm) forecast for: Greater Sudbury North Bay–West Nipissing Huntsville–Baysville Kitchener–Waterloo Flood Risk Factors Environment Canada and the Insurance Bureau of Canada warn that: Heavy rain + melting snow + frozen ground = high flood potential , especially in low‑lying areas and basements. Southwestern and south‑cen...

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Rising Tensions: Israel's Airstrikes in Southern Lebanon Spark Concerns

In a significant escalation, Israel launched dozens of airstrikes on southern Lebanon, marking one of its most intense bombardments since the ceasefire that ended last year's conflict with Hezbollah. The Israeli military stated that the strikes targeted Hezbollah infrastructure in the region, though the group has previously claimed to have withdrawn its forces in accordance with the U.S.-brokered truce.

Lebanon's Health Ministry reported at least one fatality and eight injuries as a result of the attacks. Thick plumes of smoke were seen rising from the Nabatieh district, approximately 12 kilometers from the border, where the strikes were concentrated. The ceasefire agreement had stipulated that neither Hezbollah nor any other armed group should maintain weapons in areas near the border, yet both Lebanon and Israel have accused each other of failing to fully implement the deal.

The latest strikes come amid ongoing tensions, with Israel continuing to conduct airstrikes in southern Lebanon on a regular basis despite the ceasefire. The Lebanese government has condemned the attacks, warning that they could destabilize the region further. As the situation unfolds, international observers are closely monitoring developments, fearing that renewed hostilities could lead to a broader conflict.



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