Winds will ease this morning, and blowing snow will be less of a concern, Environment Canada says
WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Orange Warning – Snow Squall
In effect for:
- Barrie – Collingwood – Hillsdale
- Midland – Coldwater – Orr Lake
- Orillia – Lagoon City – Washago
Impact Level: High
Forecast Confidence: High
Snow squalls continue.
What: Near zero visibility in snow and blowing snow. Additional local snowfall amounts of 10 to 30 cm.
When: Continuing through today, and possibly into Thursday for some areas.
Additional information: Snow squalls off Georgian Bay are expected to be stationary. Winds will ease this morning, and blowing snow will be less of a concern.
For road conditions and other traveller information from the Ministry of Transportation, visit https://www.ontario.ca/511, https://www.twitter.com/511Ontario, or call 5-1-1.
Travel will likely be extremely hazardous. Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced to near zero at times. Road closures are possible.
Prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions. Take frequent breaks and avoid strain when clearing snow.
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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