Weather & Storm Watch

• Town of Parry Sound - Rosseau - Killbear Park

Lake effect snow squalls continue.

Hazards:
Locally heavy snowfall with accumulations near 60 cm.
Peak snowfall rates of 5 to 10 cm per hour.
Very poor visibility at times in heavy snow and blowing snow.
Power outages possible due to the heavy wet nature of the snow.

Timing:
Continuing through Wednesday night, with the heaviest snowfall expected Wednesday.

Discussion:
Lake effect snow squalls have developed off Georgian Bay. These snow squalls may shift through the night, but they are expected to lock into place by Wednesday morning as a low pressure system moves across the area, enhancing snowfall amounts. Snow squalls will then move south out of the area Wednesday night.

Snow squalls cause weather conditions to vary considerably; changes from clear skies to heavy snow within just a few kilometres are common. Road closures are likely.

Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve. If you must travel, keep others informed of your schedule and destination and carry an emergency kit and mobile phone. Public Safety Canada encourages everyone to make an emergency plan and get an emergency kit with drinking water, food, medicine, a first-aid kit and a flashlight.

• Dufferin

Blowing snow expected today.

Hazards:
Very poor to near zero visibility at times in snow and blowing snow.

Timing:
Early this morning through this evening.
New snowfall accumulations of 2 to 5 cm.

Discussion:
A low-pressure system will move into the area today, bringing snow and strong winds gusting up to 70 km/h. Visibility will be significantly reduced in blowing snow throughout the day, especially in areas that recently received fresh snow.

Travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility.

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

• Orillia - Lagoon City - Washago
• Midland - Coldwater - Orr Lake
• Port Carling - Port Severn
• Bracebridge - Gravenhurst
• Huntsville - Baysville
• Haliburton

Winter weather travel advisory in effect for today and tonight.

Hazards:
Snow with accumulations of 5 to 10 cm.
Reduced visibility at times in heavy snow.

Timing:
This morning through this evening.

Discussion:
A low-pressure system will bring snow to the area beginning this morning. The snow is expected to taper off tonight.

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

Slow down driving in slippery conditions. Watch for taillights ahead and maintain a safe following distance. If visibility is reduced while driving, turn on your lights and maintain a safe following distance.

• Barrie - Collingwood - Hillsdale
• Innisfil - New Tecumseth - Angus
• Newmarket - Georgina - Northern York Region
• Toronto

Winter weather travel advisory in effect for Wednesday.

Hazards:
Snow with accumulations near 5 cm.
Reduced visibility at times in snow.

Timing:
Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening.

Discussion:
A low-pressure system will bring snow to the area beginning Wednesday morning. The snow is expected to taper off Wednesday evening.

Motorists should expect hazardous winter driving conditions and adjust travel plans accordingly. There may be a significant impact on rush hour traffic in urban areas.

Slow down driving in slippery conditions. Watch for taillights ahead and maintain a safe following distance. If visibility is reduced while driving, turn on your lights and maintain a safe following distance.