Drake's $100M Mansion Flooded Amid Toronto's Record Rainstorm; Highlights Urgent Need for Climate-Resilient Infrastructure

July 18, 2024
Drake's $100M Mansion Flooded Amid Toronto's Record Rainstorm; Highlights Urgent Need for Climate-Resilient Infrastructure
  • Canadian 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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