Snowplows and salt trucks will be ready – and out on the roads – all day Wednesday as Mississauga prepares for what looks like a snowy, icy, and possibly dangerous winter storm, according to the city.
“City crews will be actively monitoring conditions and responding as required, including clearing and treating roads, sidewalks and bus shelters as needed,” the City of Mississauga said in a public advisory ahead of a storm that’s expected to impact much of southern Ontario with a mix of snow, ice pellets, and potentially hours of freezing rain.
The harsh weather “could create hazardous conditions throughout the day,” the advisory continued.
“With the significant snowfall Mississauga has received, snow piles have encroached onto roadways in many areas of the city, which can temporarily block melted snow and rainwater from reaching catch basins,” city officials said. “In most cases, water will naturally drain beneath the snow piles toward the nearest catch basin where it will slowly drain. Areas of significant water ponding and localized flooding can be reported to 311.”
The city also mentioned it’s keeping an eye on local waterways and low-lying spots in coordination with conservation authorities as part of a yellow flood alert.
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued yellow and orange winter storm warnings for several areas in the Greater Toronto Area and southern Ontario on Wednesday.
Yellow indicates hazardous weather may cause damage, disruption or health impacts. An orange warning means severe weather is likely to result in significant damage, disruption or health impacts.
Snowfall amounts up to five centimetres are possible in Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Burlington and Oakville, according to the national weather agency. Up to 15 centimetres could accumulate in Durham, York and regions north and west of the GTA.
Several hours of freezing rain is likely for areas mainly west of Toronto, according to the warning.
Areas shaded in yellow are under a weather warning on Wednesday. Those shaded in orange indicate more severe weather warnings due to the winter storm. (Map: Environment and Climate Change Canada)
City officials reminded everyone that such winter weather “can be unpredictable, and conditions may change quickly.” Environment Canada has released a special weather statement for Mississauga predicting several millimetres of freezing rain or ice pellets possible along with snowfall near five centimetres. The system is expected to start Wednesday morning continuing into evening hours which may lead to icy roads and sidewalks, reduced visibility as well as potential travel delays.”
People are encouraged to avoid unnecessary travel if they can help it,” officials added.
“If travel is necessary, use caution whether walking, cycling taking transit or driving. Stay alert; slow down; travel safely.”
Residents should also keep away from lakes rivers creeks stormwater pondsand culverts today as well as over the next few days.
As this storm moves through southern Ontario more than 15 percent of flights scheduled at Toronto Pearson Airport in Mississauga were cancelled Wednesday morning according to flight tracking website Flight Aware. About 15 percent of arrivals were also cancelled.
If you see downed trees blocked roads or sidewalks or any other safety hazards please report them by calling 311.
Please report power outages directly to Alectra at 1-833-253-2872 or via X @alectranews.
For information regarding updates about weather impacts including potential closures or cancellations follow @citymississauga @mississaugaliband @saugaparksrec on social media.
You can get updates on snow-clearingand other road maintenance by following @Mississauga Snow on X.
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Yellow indicates hazardous weather may cause damage, disruption or health impacts. An orange warning means severe weather is likely to result in significant damage, disruption or health impacts.
Snowfall amounts up to five centimetres are possible in Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Burlington and Oakville, according to the national weather agency. Up to 15 centimetres could accumulate in Durham, York and regions north and west of the GTA.
Several hours of freezing rain is likely for areas mainly west of Toronto, according to the warning.
Areas shaded in yellow are under a weather warning on Wednesday. Those shaded in orange indicate more severe weather warnings due to the winter storm. (Map: Environment and Climate Change Canada)
City officials reminded everyone that such winter weather “can be unpredictable, and conditions may change quickly.” Environment Canada has released a special weather statement for Mississauga predicting several millimetres of freezing rain or ice pellets possible along with snowfall near five centimetres. The system is expected to start Wednesday morning continuing into evening hours which may lead to icy roads and sidewalks, reduced visibility as well as potential travel delays.”
People are encouraged to avoid unnecessary travel if they can help it,” officials added.
“If travel is necessary, use caution whether walking, cycling taking transit or driving. Stay alert; slow down; travel safely.”
Residents should also keep away from lakes rivers creeks stormwater pondsand culverts today as well as over the next few days.
As this storm moves through southern Ontario more than 15 percent of flights scheduled at Toronto Pearson Airport in Mississauga were cancelled Wednesday morning according to flight tracking website Flight Aware. About 15 percent of arrivals were also cancelled.
If you see downed trees blocked roads or sidewalks or any other safety hazards please report them by calling 311.
Please report power outages directly to Alectra at 1-833-253-2872 or via X @alectranews.
For information regarding updates about weather impacts including potential closures or cancellations follow @citymississauga @mississaugaliband @saugaparksrec on social media.
You can get updates on snow-clearingand other road maintenance by following @Mississauga Snow on X.
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