Brace Yourself: Major Winter Storm Alert from Environment Canada – What You Need to Know!

Weather warnings are in effect. A winter storm will hit the area soon, bringing heavy snowfall and strong winds.

Winter Storm Warning:

• Midland – Coldwater – Orr Lake, Ont.
• Orillia – Lagoon City – Washago, Ont.
• Bracebridge – Gravenhurst, Ont.

This weekend, be prepared for:

• Snowfall of 15 to 30 cm.
• Peak snow rates of 3 to 6 cm per hour.
• Low visibility due to heavy snow and blowing snow.

Timing:

The storm will start late today and continue into Sunday evening. Expect the heaviest snow on Sunday itself.

The weather is about to change quickly. It will begin as light snow today, with about 5 to 10 cm expected. But conditions will worsen by Sunday morning with an extra 10 to 20 cm possible.

Travel will be very difficult, and it’s not advisable to be on the roads on Sunday. Heavy snow may reduce visibility to near zero, making driving dangerous.

It’s wise to delay any non-essential trips until the weather improves. Public Safety Canada also suggests having an emergency plan. Make sure you have essentials like water, food, medicine, and a flashlight ready.

Stay updated on the latest weather alerts from Environment Canada. If you experience severe weather, you can report it via email or on social media using #ONStorm.

For more information about the warning and storm details, click here.

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