Ice Storm, 1998 - Were the Poeple of Canada Prepared for the Ice Storm?

During the first week of January 1998, a massive ice storm struck the regions of eastern Ontario, southern Quebec and New Brunswick3. The storm started on the 5th and continued on until the 10th of January, causing confusion and fear in the lives of all the residents3. Some of the severely affected areas, such as Montreal, received up to 100 mm of precipitation in the form of snow and ice for 5 continuous days3. Even though the ice …

…such as help each other out, what cannot be done without the help of the government such as get man power from the Canadian troops1. From Ice Storm experience, Canada have been surprised by its vulnerability to the elements but also encouraged by the ability of its people to work together in an emergency. If Ice Storm 1998 was a test of Canada's ability to tackle an emergency, the nation has definitely passed with flying colours.