Midwestern Ontario has faced a significant snowstorm that brought heavy snow, strong winds, and cold temperatures.
The storm arrived in the area late Wednesday and had moved east by late Thursday afternoon.
Environment Canada issued a yellow-level snowfall warning for Perth County, southern Grey County, and northern Wellington County. Southern Huron County, Bruce Peninsula, and northern Grey County were under a yellow-level snow squall warning.
All snow squall warnings had lifted by late Thursday afternoon.
Blowing snow is also an issue with northerly winds gusting up to 60 kilometres an hour. The windchill is making it feel like the low-to-mid 20s outside.
This winter storm forced all schools in Huron-Perth, Grey-Bruce, and North Wellington to close for the day.
West Region OPP responded to multiple reports of vehicles in ditches as well as several accidents.
“Roadways are ice and snow covered and yet we still have drivers out there operating their vehicles like it is a hot summer day,” said Sergeant Ed Sanchuk. “Make sure you put your safety as a priority. Focus on the task at hand, leave enough time, room, and distance between you and other vehicles, and ensure that your entire headlighting system is on.”
Sanchuk also reminded drivers to clear all snow from their vehicles before heading out.
If you don’t have to travel on Thursday, it’s best to stay home.
Highway 6 from Wiarton to Tobermory and Grey Road 7 between Meaford to Kimberly are among the roads closed due to poor visibility and worsening conditions. The complete list of road closures, along with any cancellations, can be found by clicking here.
Environment Canada expects conditions will get better in the evening.
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