Snow Squall Watch Issued for Region
Heavy lake effect snow is expected to begin late tonight and continue until Tuesday morning.
Weather Alert from Environment Canada
- Snow squall watch issued for: Listowel, Milverton, Northern Perth County, Stratford, Mitchell, Southern Perth County.
- Duration: Late tonight through Tuesday morning.
- Snowfall amounts: 15 to 30 cm, with locally higher amounts possible.
Additional Information
Lake effect snow off Lake Huron will likely start impacting Lambton County tonight and may affect locations near the eastern shore of Lake Huron on Monday morning. Snow squalls might also reach areas near Lake Erie.
Northerly winds are expected to shift to northwesterly late Monday into early Tuesday, causing lake effect snow to affect regions east and southeast of Lake Huron. Snow intensity is expected to decrease late Tuesday morning.
Travel and Visibility
Visibility may suddenly drop to near zero at times. Roads and walkways could become difficult to navigate because of accumulating snow. Be prepared for rapidly changing and worsening travel conditions.
"Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada."
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This alert highlights the impact of lake effect snow, emphasizing the need for caution and preparedness in the affected Ontario regions.