WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Snow squall warning in effect for:
- Barrie - Collingwood - Hillsdale
- Midland - Coldwater - Orr Lake
- Orillia - Lagoon City - Washago
Snow squalls developing this morning.
In the wake of a sharp cold front, lake effect snow will develop this morning, intensifying into stronger snow squalls late this morning. The most intense snow squalls are likely this afternoon and evening.
Local snowfall accumulations of 15 to 20 cm will be possible under the most intense snow squalls by Wednesday morning. Gusty winds will accompany these snow squalls at times resulting in periods of blowing snow.
A short lived break can be expected early Wednesday morning into the afternoon as winds become southwesterly, shifting the snow squalls northward. However, snow squalls will shift back into the region late Wednesday afternoon or early evening as the winds become northwesterly once again. These snow squalls will ease early Thursday morning.
Visibility will be suddenly reduced to near zero at times in heavy snow and blowing 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. 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.
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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