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80 km/h wind gusts, blowing snow to affect travel today

Windchill values near -30 are also expected
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WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Weather advisory in effect for:

  • Innisfil - New Tecumseth - Angus

Winter weather travel advisory in effect for this morning into this evening.

Hazards:
Strong wind gusts 70 to 80 km/h.
Sudden reduction of visibility due to flurries and blowing snow.
Extreme cold wind chills near minus 30.
Local to scattered blowing snow.
Accumulation of snow due to blowing snow on road surfaces, especially over exposed areas.

Timing:
This morning into this evening.
Extreme cold wind chill conditions expected to improve slightly this afternoon.

Travel may be hazardous due to sudden changes in the weather. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions. If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop. 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, click here or here, or call 511.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email or tweet reports using #ONStorm.

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