Weather & Storm Watch

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• Midland - Coldwater - Orr Lake
• Barrie - Collingwood - Hillsdale
• northern Grey - Blue Mountains

Winter weather travel advisory in effect for early this evening through tonight.

Hazards: Reduced visibility at times in heavy snow and blowing snow. Locally heavy snowfall with total accumulations of 5 to 10 cm.

Timing: Early this evening through tonight.

Discussion: Snow is expected to intensify early this evening as the winds shift to northwesterly. The snow will taper to scattered flurries early Friday morning.

Motorists should expect hazardous winter driving conditions and adjust travel plans accordingly. Travel may be hazardous due to sudden changes in the weather. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become icy and slippery.

If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop.

• Parry Sound- Rosseau

Hazards: Reduced visibility at times in heavy snow and blowing snow. Locally heavy snowfall with total accumulations of 5 to 15 cm. Peak snowfall rates of 2 to 4 cm per hour.

Timing: Continuing through late this afternoon.

Discussion: Heavy snow will persist through most of the day before moving south of the area late this afternoon as winds become northwesterly.

Motorists should expect hazardous winter driving conditions and adjust travel plans accordingly.

Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve. Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas.