An extreme cold warning is still in effect for Toronto, as gusty northwest winds blow through the region. Environment Canada said it was -23 C this morning in Toronto, but with the wind chill it felt more like -34. The weather agency predicts a high of -13, but with a -20 wind chill.
As you bundle up to face the Friday cold, here are five things to know today:
TRAFFIC
IN THE NEWS
Outpouring of grief for Elijah
Friends and family continue to mourn for three-year-old Elijah Marsh, the young boy who wandered from his grandmother’s apartment early Thursday morning wearing only a T-shirt, diaper and boots. He was found hours later between two homes without vital signs. An online trust has been set up in Marsh’s name, and has so far raised $14,712 to go toward the boy’s funeral.
Suspect sought after fatal hit-and-run
Police continue to search for a suspect wanted in connection with the fatal hit-and-run that claimed the life of a 58-year-old woman earlier this week. The vehicle involved in the crash, a 2012 Acura TL, has been located by police with the assistance of Honda Canada.
SPORTS
The slumping Toronto Maple Leafs are in North Carolina tonight to play the Hurricanes. The puck drops at 7 p.m. ET.
Meanwhile, the Toronto Raptors are in Georgia to play the Atlanta Hawks. Tip-off time is 7:30 p.m. ET.
EVENTS
The Motorcycle Show Toronto
Bikers, rev up your excitement: This three-day event features the latest motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and side-by-sides, along with exhibits to help you get ready for the 2015 riding season.
When: Feb. 20 – 22
Location: Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place
Cost: Details online
DID YOU KNOW?
If Vincent Massey, the first Canadian-born governor general, was alive today, he would be turning 128 years old. Massey, who was born in Toronto on Feb. 20, 1887, was educated at the University of Toronto and later continued his studies at the University of Oxford.