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Winter weather travel advisory in effect north of the Sault

Reduced visibility in heavy and blowing snow is expected on Friday
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WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Weather advisory issued for:
   Wawa - White River - Pukaskwa
   Agawa - Lake Superior Park

Current details:
Winter weather travel advisory in effect.

What:
Total snowfall amounts of up to 10 cm.
Peak snowfall rates of 2 to 3 cm per hour.
Reduced visibility in heavy snow and blowing snow.

When:
Beginning Friday morning and tapering off Friday evening.

Additional Information:
Snow will begin through Friday morning and give up to 10 cm during the day. The heaviest snow is expected to fall Friday afternoon. Reduced visibility in blowing snow is likely later Friday afternoon and into the evening as strong northerly wind gusts develop and temperatures fall.

Motorists should expect hazardous winter driving conditions and adjust travel plans accordingly. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow.

Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas. If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop.

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.

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