Weekend winter storm warning issued for Halton

Published January 8, 2020 at 4:36 pm

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Environment Canada issued a special weather statement Wednesday for the Halton region.

Environment Canada issued a special weather statement Wednesday for the Halton region.

“A low pressure system will impact southern Ontario this weekend,” said Environment Canada. “Rain, freezing rain, and snow are all possible with this system.”

“Significant rainfall amounts are expected for areas north of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario. Freezing rain is expected to affect most areas from east of Lake Huron to eastern Ontario. Significant ice accretion or build up is possible. Snow will affect areas east of Georgian Bay with significant snowfall amounts.”

There is still uncertainty as to which areas will be the most impacted by this system; however, travel is expected to be impacted.

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