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Significant snowfall continues this morning

Heavy snow will taper off this morning. Snow may become mixed with freezing drizzle. Another round of snow, possibly mixed with ice pellets, will affect the area this afternoon and evening, Environment Canada says
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WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Snowfall warning in effect for:

  • Midland - Coldwater - Orr Lake
  • Orillia - Lagoon City - Washago

Significant snowfall continues early this morning.

Hazards:
Additional snowfall amounts of 2 to 4 cm. The highest snowfall accumulations are expected south of a line from Bracebridge to Cornwall.
Reduced visibility in heavy snow and local blowing snow.

Timing:
This morning.

Discussion:
Heavy snow will taper off this morning. Snow may become mixed with freezing drizzle. Another round of snow, possibly mixed with ice pellets, will affect the area this afternoon and evening.

Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. There may be a significant impact on rush hour traffic in urban areas. If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #ONStorm.

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