Drake's $100M Mansion Flooded Amid Toronto's Record Rainstorm; Highlights Urgent Need for Climate-Resilient Infrastructure
July 18, 2024Canadian rapper Drake's $100 million Toronto mansion, 'The Embassy,' faced extensive flooding with ankle-deep muddy water.
The flooding followed a record-breaking rainstorm that brought nearly 4 inches of rain to Toronto.
Cleanup crews in Toronto are working to restore normalcy after the severe downpour caused major flooding, power outages, road closures, rescues, and evacuations.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau highlighted the need for better infrastructure to handle future extreme weather events due to climate change.
The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority warned of hazardous conditions near bodies of water.
Despite the flooding, Drake is offering a virtual tour of his luxurious home on his merchandising website.
The incident underscores the vulnerability of high-end properties to extreme weather events and the importance of preparedness and resilience.
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The Guardian • Jul 17, 2024
Drake’s Toronto mansion seriously flooded amid record-breaking stormsYahoo News • Jul 17, 2024
Toronto cleans up after storm as Trudeau says better infrastructure needed for futureLos Angeles Times • Jul 17, 2024
Drake posts video of flooded mansion during Toronto storm - Los Angeles Times