WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Weather advisory in effect for:
- Niagara Falls - Welland - Southern Niagara Region
- St. Catharines - Grimsby - Northern Niagara Region
Winter weather travel advisory in effect.
Hazard:
Heavy snow at times with snowfall accumulations of 5 to 10 cm with locally higher amounts near the shores of Lake Ontario.
Local blowing snow.
When:
Early this morning until the middle of the morning.
Discussion:
A developing low pressure centre is giving a swath of snow to the region through this morning. The morning commute will likely be impacted due to snow falling heavily at times.
Impacts:
Motorists should expect hazardous winter driving conditions and adjust travel plans accordingly. Poor weather conditions may contribute to transportation delays. If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop. Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow. 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, 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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