Canada’s 10 most impactful weather stories of 2024
This year marks the end of an era in the Canadian meteorological community, as David Phillips, our senior climatologist, retired and transitioned to an emeritus status after an extraordinary 56-year career. Since 1996, David Phillips has compiled the annual Top Ten Weather Stories, capturing the year’s most defining weather events. As he steps away, Environment and Climate Change Canada will continue the tradition of delivering the annual ten most impactful weather stories.
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- Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
Canada’s 10 most impactful weather stories are collectively selected by our Meteorological Services team. Decisions are based on factors including: the degree of impact on Canada, including human impact, severity, economic costs, the extent of the area affected, and the event’s longevity as a top news story in Canada and around the world.