orange warning - blizzard - in effect
Blizzard this afternoon into tonight. Snow squalls continuing into this evening.
What:
Blizzard conditions with near zero visibility.
Westerly winds gusting up to 90 km/h.
Wind chills near minus 20.
Snowfall accumulations of 20 to 40 cm. Locally higher amounts possible.
When:
Snow squalls continuing into this evening.
Blizzard conditions this afternoon into tonight.
Additional information:
Strong westerly winds will develop this afternoon, producing several hours of blizzard conditions. Snow squalls may continue into Tuesday affecting the southern portions of the region.
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Travel will be dangerous and likely impossible due to near-zero visibility. Road closures are possible.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #ONStorm.
For more information about the alerting program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts.
Avoid travel and outdoor activities, if possible. If you must travel, have an emergency plan. Protect yourself from wind, cold and disorientation by staying sheltered, indoors or with your vehicle. If you become lost or stranded, remain where you are until conditions improve.
Varoitus voimassa ma klo 14:00 - ti klo 6:00
