yellow warning - winter storm - in effect
Winter storm on tap
What: Snowfall accumulations of 15 to 25 centimetres followed by ice pellets and freezing rain.
When: Late Thursday evening to overnight Friday night.
Where: Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Charlevoix and the Lower St. Lawrence
Additional information:
Precipitation will start as snow and gradually change over to ice pellets or freezing rain. Freezing rain amounts of 5 millimetres are possible.
Blowing snow will also be possible with the snow, especially in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean.
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Roads and walkways will likely be difficult to navigate. Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced to near zero at times.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to QCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #QCStorm.
Allow extra time for travel.
Varoitus voimassa to klo 11:10 - pe klo 3:10
