Environment Canada has issued snow squall warnings for parts of southern Ontario, forecasting up to 60 centimeters of snowfall in certain regions. The areas expected to be most affected include Barrie, Collingwood, Midland, and Wasaga Beach, where heavy snow combined with wind gusts up to 60 km/h may lead to significantly reduced visibility and hazardous travel conditions. citeturn0search0
Residents in regions east of Toronto, such as Cobourg and Peterborough, should also prepare for substantial snowfall, with predictions of up to 25 centimeters over the next day. Meanwhile, areas to the west, including Kitchener, Guelph, and Stratford, are under weather advisories with expectations of up to 10 centimeters of snow. citeturn0search0
Environment Canada warns that these conditions could lead to sudden reductions in visibility and rapidly accumulating snow, making travel challenging. They advise postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve. citeturn0search1
In Toronto, while no specific weather warnings are currently in place, there is a 70% chance of flurries, with the possibility of blowing snow persisting into early next week. Temperatures are expected to reach a high of 1°C on Thursday, dropping to a low of –3°C overnight. citeturn0search0
The snow squalls are anticipated to continue through the weekend, potentially causing further disruptions. Residents are encouraged to stay updated with local weather reports and exercise caution during this period of severe winter weather. citeturn0search1
