Travel may be hazardous due to sudden changes in the weather, Environment Canada says
WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Weather advisory continued for:
- Orillia – Lagoon City – Washago
- Barrie – Collingwood – Hillsdale
- Owen Sound – Blue Mountains – Northern Grey County
- Innisfil – New Tecumseth – Angus
Current details:
Winter weather travel advisory in effect.
Lake effect snow expected early this morning.
Hazards:
Locally heavy snowfall with accumulations near 5 cm.
Poor visibility at times in heavy snow.
Timing:
Early this morning.
Discussion:
Lake effect snow will affect the area in the wake of a strong cold front. Visibility will be reduced at times in bursts of heavy snow.
Travel may be hazardous due to sudden changes in the weather.
Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve. Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas.
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.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #ONStorm.
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