It’s a frustrating morning for anyone who relies on Microsoft computer systems to do their job.
A global technology outage affecting Microsoft 365 apps and services has grounded some flights, disrupted hospitals and backed up traffic at the bridge and tunnel between Windsor and Detroit.
Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike says the problem occurred when it deployed a faulty update to computers running Microsoft Windows — and that the outage was not a security incident or cyberattack.
While Porter Airlines has cancelled all flights until noon Eastern time, Air Canada isn’t reporting any issues.
Toronto’s University Health Network says some of its systems are affected, but its clinics are running.
Locally we heard from the Norfolk Pro Rodeo and their online ticket system is down as well.