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Police Investigate Gunfire at U.S. Consulate in Toronto
TORONTO — Police are searching for two assailants who opened fire at the U.S. consulate in downtown Toronto in an early-morning attack on Tuesday, 11 March 2026. No injuries were immediately reported. The investigation is ongoing.
Source: Associated Press via KOLD
Weather Network Toronto: Forecast & Alerts
Toronto Current Conditions & Forecast
As of , The Weather Network reports active and changing conditions for the Greater Toronto Area.
Tomorrow’s Forecast: Friday, 13 March
Morning: Steady snow showers and strong winds with a wind chill making it feel like -3°C.
Overall: A mix of sun and cloud with a 60% chance of flurries. High of -4°C. Night will be clear with a low of -10°C.
Travel Alert: Roads are expected to quickly deteriorate with Friday’s snow across Ontario. A widespread 5-20 cm of snow is forecast, likely slowing evening commutes throughout southern Ontario.
Ontario-Wide Weather Hazards
- Fresh Snow & Wind: A potent system brings snow back to Ontario on Friday, with 5-15+ cm expected in many areas.
- Freezing Rain Risk: A messy storm taking aim at Ontario and Quebec this week brings a considerable potential for freezing rain, with eastern Ontario and Quebec potentially seeing 15-30+ mm of ice accretion.
- Flood Threat: Southern Ontario faces multiple rounds of heavy rainfall (20-40+ mm) and embedded thunderstorms over frozen ground, increasing the localized flood risk. Roads in Toronto have already experienced flooding from recent heavy rains.
- Severe Storm Potential: Spring-like warmth this weekend brings strong winds, showers, and possible thunderstorms, raising additional flood risks from rain and snowmelt.
Weather Radio & Broadcast Information for Toronto
For those relying on traditional broadcast methods for weather alerts, here are the key frequencies for the Toronto area:
- Weatheradio Canada: The primary frequency for Toronto is 162.400 MHz (Station XMJ-225).
- Standard Weather Broadcast Channels: WX2 (162.400 MHz) and WX3 (162.475 MHz) serve the region.
- CANWARN Amateur Radio: In the Toronto area, listen to VE3ULR on 442.025 MHz. This is the hub for the CANWARN severe weather spotting system in South Central Ontario.
- News Radio: For general news and weather updates, CFTR (AM) 680 kHz brands itself as “680 NewsRadio Toronto.”
Note: Environment Canada has announced plans to end its Weatheradio and telephone weather services. The public is increasingly directed to digital platforms for official alerts.
The Weather Network App & Digital Services
The Weather Network remains the most popular weather Android app in Canada. User feedback highlights its detailed maps and accurate reports for regions like Toronto, though some recent app updates have drawn criticism for removing features like the radar function.
For the most current, accurate, and reliable weather forecasts, maps, and news, The Weather Network’s digital platforms are the primary source for millions of Canadians.