WEATHER ALERT

ENVIRONMENT CANADA

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Orange level warning – winter storm – issued for:

Wawa – White River – Pukaskwa

Impact Level: High

Forecast Confidence: High

Major winter storm expected.

What:

Total snowfall accumulations of 20 to 40 cm.

Near zero visibility in heavy snow and blowing snow.

Northeasterly wind gusts of 70 to 80 km/h.

When:

Late Sunday through Monday night.

Additional information:

A hazardous winter storm will begin affecting northeastern Ontario on Sunday. Travel on Highways 11 and 17 will be impacted.

Travel will likely be hazardous. Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced to near zero at times. Road closures are possible. Prolonged utility outages are likely.

Avoid non-essential travel and outdoor activities. Take frequent breaks and avoid strain when clearing snow.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or post reports on X using #ONStorm.

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