Late winter, flooding left sand stalling Sudbury's patio season - CTV News

Late winter and spring flooding left a thick layer of sand across many streets in Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. The aftermath has delayed the city’s annual patio season for local restaurants and bars. City workers have been working to clear the sand from sidewalks and roads since mid-April, but heavy rainfall and strong winds have hindered their progress. As of early May, many business owners are concerned about the impact on their summer sales. "The sand is a major issue," said owner of a popular restaurant in downtown Sudbury. "We're hoping it doesn't take too long to clean up so we ca…