WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Snow squall warning in effect for:
- Sault Ste. Marie - St. Joseph Island
- Searchmont - Montreal River Harbour - Batchawana Bay
Snow squalls continue today.
Snow squalls are expected to continue today before slowing weakening tonight.
There is potential for local snowfall amounts of 15 cm or more per 12 hours in the strongest snow squalls, along with sudden near zero visibility in bursts of heavy snow and blowing snow. Total snowfall accumulations may reach 30 cm by the end of the event, especially if a snow squall can lock in over a particular location for a few hours.
Very strong northwesterly winds will also whip up freshly fallen snow and cause sudden near zero visibility from blowing snow in exposed areas at times.
Visibility will be suddenly reduced to near zero at times in heavy snow and blowing snow. Rapidly accumulating snow could make travel difficult over some locations. Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve. Road closures are possible.
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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Wind warning in effect for:
- Sault Ste. Marie - St. Joseph Island
- Searchmont - Montreal River Harbour - Batchawana Bay
Very strong winds gusts that may cause damage are expected.
Northwest winds gusting to near 90 km/h are expected this morning.
The winds are expected to ease late this morning.
A few power outages are possible.
Damage to buildings, such as to roof shingles and windows, may occur. Loose objects may be tossed by the wind and cause injury or damage. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions due to high winds.
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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