Snow Squall Watch Issued for Region
Heavy lake effect snow is expected to arrive late tonight and continue until Tuesday morning.
Weather Alert by Environment Canada
- Areas affected: Listowel, Milverton, Northern Perth County, Stratford, Mitchell, Southern Perth County
- Event: Snow squalls from late tonight through Tuesday morning
- Total snowfall: 15 to 30 cm, with locally higher amounts possible
Timing and Additional Information
Lake effect snow from Lake Huron will begin impacting Lambton County late tonight and may reach locations near the eastern shore of Lake Huron by Monday morning. Snow squalls could also spread toward Lake Erie.
Winds will shift from northerly to northwesterly late Monday into early Tuesday, increasing lake effect snow east and southeast of Lake Huron. Snow intensity is expected to decrease later Tuesday morning.
Impact on Visibility and Travel
Visibility may be suddenly reduced to near zero at times. Roads and walkways may be difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. Prepare for rapidly changing and worsening travel conditions.
Safety and Reporting
Monitor alerts and forecasts from Environment Canada closely. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or post reports on X using #ONStorm.
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Author’s summary: A snow squall watch warns of heavy lake-effect snow, potentially reducing visibility and making travel dangerous from tonight through Tuesday morning in parts of Perth County and surrounding areas.