Snow Squalls Ease in London, Ont., But Cold Weather Lingers
Snow Squalls Ease,But Cold Weather Lingers in Southwestern Ontario
London,Ontario – After a day of relentless snow squalls,southwestern Ontario is finally seeing some relief. While the heaviest snowfall has passed, residents are urged to remain cautious as frigid temperatures and lingering snowdrifts continue to pose challenges.
“A snow squall warning remains in place for gray-Bruce as those winds continue to gust over Lake Huron – you can see heavy bands of snowfall,” reported CTV’s Reta Ismail. “that snow has eased off in parts of London,especially in the east end,” she added,offering some reassurance to Londoners.
Even though the worst of the storm appears to be over, the cold weather is here to stay for the weekend.”Heading into tomorrow, the windchill will be a factor,” Ismail cautioned, “but the good news is the flurries will start to ease off as the wind shifts.”
Warmer temperatures are expected to return next week, bringing a welcome reprieve from the wintery blast.
Cancellations and School Closures
The heavy snowfall has led to numerous cancellations and school closures across the region. For the latest updates, residents are advised to check the following websites:
Huron-Perth: https://hpsts.mybusplanner.ca/Alerts
Bruce-Grey: https://mybrucegreyschoolbus.ca/Cancellations.aspx
London-Middlesex-Elgin-Oxford: https://transportation.mybigyellowbus.ca/Cancellations.aspx
Road Conditions and Closures
Several highways in the region are experiencing challenging conditions due to snow and reduced visibility. motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution and check road conditions before traveling.
Highway 4: Partly snow covered from Elginfield to Arva, clear from Arva north.
Highway 7: partly snow covered from Stratford to Elginfield.
Highway 9: Reduced visibility from Harriston to Kincardine.
Highway 21: Closed from Mill Road (Bayfield) to Zurich-Hensall Road (Saint Joseph) in Bluewater due to drifting and poor visibility. Also closed from Kincardine to Bruce Road 86. From Saint Joseph to 402, snow covered. north of goderich, reduced visibility.
Highway 23: Partly snow covered from Elginfield to listowel.
London Area Forecast
Looking ahead, Londoners can expect a mix of sun and cloud over the weekend, with temperatures hovering around the freezing mark.
Tonight: Cloudy periods with a 40% chance of flurries. Low minus 2.
saturday: A mix of sun and cloud.High plus 4 degrees.
Sunday: A mix of sun and cloud. high plus 4 degrees.
Monday: cloudy with a 60% chance of showers. High 6 degrees.
* Tuesday: Cloudy with a 40% chance of showers. High 6 degrees.
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