Hydro crews in Ontario still working to restore power after ice storm [Video]

Local hydro crews are continuing to assist Hydro One with power restoration following the devastating ice storms that impacted communities across Ontario more than a week ago, leaving nearly 70,000 customers still without power as of Sunday afternoon.

A five-person Oshawa Power crew, supported by two bucket trucks, was on-site most of last week in the northeast Clarington area working with local Hydro One crews.

The team, which remains on standby for reassignment to other affected regions as needed, were redeployed over the weekend to support ice storm cleanup and restoration efforts in the Peterborough area.

“When major storms strike, causing this level of damage to local electricity grids, mutual support becomes essential,” said Oshawa Power CEO Daniel Arbour. “We’re proud to support Hydro One and provide resources to help restore power safely and as quickly as possible for those affected. We are also incredibly proud of our crewmembers’ commitment …