Travel advisory updated from a Special Weather Statement previously en vigueur; 5-15 cm of snow anticipated by Monday morning
WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Weather advisory in force for:
- Orillia-Lagoon City-Wasago
Winter weather advisory starting tonight
This winter weather travel advisory was upgraded from a Special Weather statement that was previously in place.
Hazards:
Snowfall totals of 5-15 cm
Heavy snow may cause visibility to be reduced.
Wind gusts up to 60 km/h can sometimes cause local blowing snow
When: Monday night through Tuesday evening
Discussion: Large amounts of snowfall are expected to be brought by a low pressure system south of the Great Lakes. Some snowfall may be heavy and could impact Monday commutes. Also, gusty northwesterly winds can cause local blowing snow Monday afternoon and evening.
Impacts:
Weather changes can cause travel to be dangerous. Transport delays can be caused by poor weather conditions. You should be prepared to adapt your driving to changing road conditions. Be extra cautious when driving or walking in a slippery area. When conditions are slippery, slow down. Pay attention to the taillights ahead, and maintain a safe distance. Snow accumulation can make it difficult for vehicles to navigate roads, walkways, parking lots, and highways. This could have a significant impact upon urban rush hour traffic.
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.
Keep checking Environment Canada’s alerts and forecasts. Send an email to [email protected] to report severe weather. You can also tweet your reports using #ONStorm
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