{"id":535756,"date":"2026-03-14T11:12:14","date_gmt":"2026-03-14T11:12:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/535756\/"},"modified":"2026-03-14T11:12:14","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T11:12:14","slug":"updated-weather-warning-in-effect-for-toronto-and-southern-ontario","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/535756\/","title":{"rendered":"UPDATED weather warning in effect for Toronto and southern Ontario"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Strong winds and blowing snow could create challenging conditions across parts of the Greater Toronto Area early this morning.<\/p>\n<p>Environment officials say westerly wind gusts of 60 to 80 km\/h are expected, along with falling temperatures and additional snowfall, which could reduce visibility in exposed areas.<\/p>\n<p>The weather conditions may impact Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Halton and Durham Region, particularly in open areas where blowing snow can develop quickly.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1292\" height=\"1398\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-800724\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-14-at-5.59.43-AM.jpeg\" alt=\"\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>Blowing snow and slippery conditions possible<\/p>\n<p>While snowfall amounts are not expected to be significant, the combination of fresh snow and strong winds may lead to blowing snow and reduced visibility at times.<\/p>\n<p>      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"vidyard-player-embed\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1773486732_29_awZCW3rPmWvxPqZHnBCKLu.jpg\" data-videoid=\"790139\" data-uuid=\"awZCW3rPmWvxPqZHnBCKLu\" data-v=\"4\" data-type=\"inline\" data-muted=\"1\" style=\"width:100%\"\/>    <\/p>\n<p>        <img width=\"1024\" height=\"513\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-30-at-1.55.02-PM-1024x513.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\"  decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>      <\/p>\n<p>Drivers and pedestrians could encounter:<\/p>\n<p>Reduced visibility in blowing snow<br \/>\nSlippery roads and sidewalks, especially untreated surfaces<br \/>\nSudden wind gusts that may impact high-profile vehicles<\/p>\n<p>Winds are expected to ease later in the morning<\/p>\n<p>The strongest winds are expected early this morning, with conditions gradually improving as the morning continues.<\/p>\n<p>Weather officials say the gusty winds should ease later this morning, helping stabilize travel conditions across the region.<\/p>\n<p>Safety reminders<\/p>\n<p>Residents heading out early should take extra precautions.<\/p>\n<p>Officials recommend driving cautiously, allowing additional time for commutes and being mindful that untreated roads and sidewalks may become slippery.<\/p>\n<p>Those clearing snow are also advised to take frequent breaks and avoid strain, particularly as cold temperatures and strong winds move through the region.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.insauga.com\/editorial-guidelines\" class=\"editorial-guidelines-link d-block mb-4\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n            INsauga&#8217;s Editorial Standards and Policies        <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Last 30 Days: 33,206 Votes<\/p>\n<p>All Time: 1,258,014 Votes<\/p>\n<p>    452 VOTES<br \/>\n    Are you worried you might lose your job in the next 6-12 months? 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