Storms in GTA Cause Flooding, Leaving Motorists Stranded

People huddle under a tent at Woodbine Racetrack to escape a heavy downpour of rain that resulted in the cancellation of part of the King's Plate, in Toronto on Aug. 17, 2024. The Canadian Press/Christopher Katsarov

Heavy rains caused flooding and closed roads, leaving motorists stranded and some clinging to light standards, as a cluster of storms rolled through the GTA on Aug. 17.

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) issued a storm warning at 12:25 p.m. local time. It advised taking shelter immediately if a storm was approaching.