Updated March 15 at 4:05 p.m.:Environment Canada has shifted this morning's special weather statement to a winter storm watch. Much of the information provided about this week's anticipated winter storm remains the same, though the total snowfall amount has been lowered slightly from a high of 30 cm to a high of 25 cm.
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Winter is letting us know that it isn’t done with us yet this week after Environment Canada issued a special weather statement early this morning warning that conditions are ripe for heavy snow this week.
The winter storm is possible from late Thursday into Saturday and could significantly impact travel in the region.
“Snow, heavy at times, may make travel hazardous,” Environment Canada said in the statement. “Total snowfall amounts of 15 to 30 cm are possible Thursday night through Saturday morning. Gusty, northeasterly winds may result in blowing snow which could further reduce visibility to near zero at times.”
The snow is expected to begin Thursday during the day, but will increase in intensity to heavy and blowing snow that night. It’s expected the snow will end north and west of Lake Superior early Saturday morning, but will linger into Saturday afternoon for the northeast.
Environment Canada said there is uncertainty regarding the path the weather system will take, so total snowfall amounts are also uncertain.
It is possible the snow on Thursday in advance of the main event could dump five to 10 cm in some areas.
The heaviest snow and gusty northeasterly winds will develop Thursday night and stick around into Friday.
“Snow may quickly accumulate and visibility may be reduced to near zero at times, especially with any blowing snow,” Environment Canada said. “Significant travel delays and road closures may occur. There remains some uncertainty in the exact track of the system which will affect total snowfall amounts.”
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