Snow squall warnings issued for much of the northeast; travel not advised
A snow squall warning was issued Saturday for North Bay, West Nipissing, Manitoulin Island, Sault Ste. Marie, Powassan, Mattawa, French River, Blind River, Killarney, Thessalon and St. Joseph Island.
Environment Canada said snow squalls are expected to continue into Sunday. Snowfall amounts could range from 15 to 50 cm and visibilities may be reduced to near zero in heavy snow and local blowing snow.
“Travel may be hazardous due to sudden changes in the weather,” Environment Canada said.
“Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow.”
And Winter weather travel advisory in effect for Greater Sudbury and vicinity, Manitoulin Island, Elliot Lake and Ranger Lake through Saturday evening.
“Lake effect snow squalls off Lake Michigan are expected to continue through most of the day,” the statement said.
“Snow squalls cause weather conditions to vary considerably; changes from clear skies to heavy snow within just a few kilometres are common. Road closures are possible.”
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.
“Travel may be hazardous due to sudden changes in the weather,” said Environment Canada.
“Prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions. Slow down driving in slippery conditions. Watch for taillights ahead and maintain a safe following distance.”Experts say "all-season" tires lose their effectiveness once the temperature dips below 7 C. (Ricardo Esquivel / Pexels)The weather statement also advises surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become icy and slippery.
For road conditions and other traveller information from the Ministry of Transportation, click here, follow @511Ontario on Twitter or call 5-1-1.
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