Because the wind continues to howl and the snow continues to blow, it may be greatest to hunker down.
Surroundings Canada issued snow squall watches and warnings for many of central Ontario Friday.
Meteorologist Steven Flisfeder highlighted the unpredictability of snow squalls, noting how localized climate patterns can dramatically influence sure areas whereas leaving others largely untouched.
“Areas near Barrie received upwards of 50 or 60 centimetres of snow so far, and areas just 10, 15 kilometres north received barely any snow,” he stated.
On Friday afternoon, provincial police responded to a number of collisions alongside Freeway 400 south of Barrie.
Emergency crews and OPP reply to collisions within the southbound lanes alongside Freeway 400 in Innisfil on Fri., Jan. 3, 2025. (Provided)
OPP Sgt. Kerry Schmidt informed Ontario Chronicle most have been because of the climate and lowered visibility on the freeway, however famous the crashes have been all minor.
Shortly after 1 p.m., the southbound lanes close to Innisfil Seashore Street have been at a crawl resulting from fender-benders.
Police closed two lanes briefly whereas tow truck operators labored to take away the automobiles concerned. The backlog stalled visitors all the best way to Essa Street in Barrie.
OPP responds to collisions within the southbound lanes alongside Freeway 400 in Innisfil on Fri., Jan. 3, 2025. (Provided)
The climate situations are anticipated to accentuate over the weekend.
Surroundings Canada forecasts regionally heavy snowfall with whole accumulations starting from 20 to 40 centimetres, accompanied by drastically lowered visibility on the roads at instances.
“Road closures are possible,” the nationwide climate company famous.
The snow squalls, fuelled by lake-effect snow off Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, will strengthen on Saturday and sure persist into Sunday.
Residents are urged to keep away from pointless journey through the inclement climate.
