Lake effect snow could bring another 30 cm to the region

Environment Canada has issued a snow squall watch for Sault Ste. Marie and surrounding communities

WEATHER ALERT

ENVIRONMENT CANADA

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Yellow level watch – snow squall – issued for:

Searchmont – Montreal River Harbour – Batchawana Bay
Sault Ste. Marie – St. Joseph Island

Impact Level: Moderate

Forecast Confidence: High

Lake effect snow squalls possible.

What:

Total local snowfall accumulations of 15 to 30 cm.

Reduced visibility in heavy snow and blowing snow.

When:

Thursday afternoon through early Friday morning.

Additional information:

Lake effect snow off of Lake Superior is expected to move into the area by early Thursday morning. The lake effect snow could intensify into snow squalls late Thursday afternoon or Thursday evening as winds shift more westerly. The highest snowfall amounts are expected over the Sault Ste. Marie area.

Visibility may be suddenly reduced to near zero at times. Road closures are possible.

Prepare for the possibility of quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions.

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