WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Snow squall watch issued for:
- Barrie - Orillia - Midland - Collingwood
- Innisfil - New Tecumseth - Angus
- Stratford - Mitchell - Southern Perth County
Current details:
Lake effect snow squalls expected.
What:
Total snowfall accumulations of 30 to 60 cm. The highest amounts are possible if a snow squall remains stationary over a given location.
Near zero visibility in heavy snow and blowing snow.
When:
Beginning this evening and continuing through Tuesday.
Additional information:
Snow squalls are expected to quickly develop off of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay in the wake of this weekend's winter storm. Gusty winds combined with freshly fallen snow will lead to blowing snow and drifting snow, significantly reducing visibility and making driving conditions hazardous. Near blizzard conditions in squalls cannot be ruled out.
There remains uncertainty with the exact positioning of snow squalls, and thus which regions will receive the highest amounts.
Visibility may be significantly and suddenly reduced to near zero. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow.
Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or post reports on X using #ONStorm.
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