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Beleaguered Rogers Stadium suffers Toronto storm damage

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A strong storm hit Toronto, causing significant damage to Rogers Stadium, which has a history of problems. The storm also disrupted the wider city, leading to power outages and closed roads. While one report focuses on the stadium's latest setback, another highlights the storm's broad impact and its potential links to climate change. A third report mentions cleanup efforts in a different region. Readers should watch for updates on the stadium's repairs and the city's ongoing recovery from the severe weather.

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Jargon, Translated

Beleaguered
Facing many difficulties or criticism.
100-year storm
A term for a weather event with a one percent chance of occurring in any given year, indicating extreme rarity.
Don Valley Parkway
A major highway in Toronto that was closed due to the storm.

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  • A powerful storm swept through Toronto on Wednesday evening.
    Reported by: Global News, National Observer
  • Rogers Stadium suffered damage during the storm.
    Reported by: Global News, National Observer
  • No one was reported hurt in relation to the storm damage at Rogers Stadium.
    Reported by: Global News
  • The storm caused significant power outages in Toronto, affecting 65,000 residents at its peak.
    Reported by: National Observer
  • The storm involved hail, rain, and lightning.
    Reported by: National Observer
  • The storm caused downed trees and closed the Don Valley Parkway.
    Reported by: National Observer
  • Rogers Stadium has experienced issues since opening.
    Reported by: Global News

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  • Cleanup is occurring in Huron and Perth County due to storm damage.
    Source: CTV News

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