Winter Weather Advisory Ends for Toronto, Remains in Effect for Eastern Ontario
Winter Weather Watch Continues for Parts of Eastern Ontario
Snow and Gusty Winds Expected to Impact Travel
While a winter weather travel advisory has lifted for Toronto, residents in eastern Ontario are bracing for continued wintry conditions. A winter weather watch remains in effect for areas stretching from Pickering to Cornwall, with steady snow and gusty winds expected to create hazardous travel conditions and reduce visibility.
“Accumulations will generally be closer to 5 centimeters closer to the lake, but higher totals will be possible for areas northeast like the Kawarthas and Peterborough, wich could see between 5 to 10 centimeters,” saeid 680NewsRadio meteorologist Carl Lam.
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Eastern Ontario Braces for Continued Snowfall, Gusty Winds
NewsDirect3.com – while the Greater Toronto Area is seeing a break from winter weather, residents in eastern Ontario are facing ongoing snowfall and gusty winds. A winter weather watch remains in effect for areas from Pickering to Cornwall, posing potential challenges for commuters.
Meteorologist Carl Lam from 680NewsRadio forecasts accumulations of roughly 5 centimeters near Lake Ontario, but regions northeast such as the Kawarthas and Peterborough could see totals between 5 and 10 centimeters.
Environment Canada anticipates the snow will eventually taper off later this evening. However, Niagara Falls residents are dealing with a different weather threat. A Special Weather Statement warns of strong winds reaching up to 80 km/h expected this evening and continuing into Sunday morning.
Motorists in affected areas are urged to exercise caution and prepare for potentially hazardous driving conditions.