10K views · 75 reactions | Polar Vortex Explained: Wondering why it's so cold and stormy this week? The polar vortex is back, plunging much of the country into a deep freeze. Join The Weather Network's Saphia Khambalia and meteorologist Dylan Kikuta as they break down the science behind this frigid phenomenon. | The Weather Network | Facebook

Could you survive a night in this extreme cold? ❄️ A polar vortex is sweeping through Ottawa, bringing the coldest overnight temperatures in three years. With temperatures feeling as low as −35°C and remaining dangerously cold all weekend, people experiencing homelessness urgently need access to shelter and warm clothing. Our Frontline team is doing everything they can to ensure our community stays safe. They’re working around the clock, distributing warm clothing and supplies and bringing as ma