The annual Toronto Marathon is set to kick off today, and with that, police are warning drivers to “avoid the area.” Each year, thousands of runners from over 50 plus countries visit Toronto to compete in the marathon, officials say. Now, in its 48th year, the annual event will feature four races including a full marathon, half marathon, 10-kilometre run, and a 5-kilometre run/walk. Officials say all races will continue “regardless of weather conditions.” Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know about all 46 road closures in effect: 5:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 8:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
