Winter storm hammers GTA; snow could reach up to 40cm
Global News
A winter storm could bring up to 40 centimetres of snow to the Greater Toronto Area, with more than 20 cm and freezing temperatures expected in other parts of Ontario.
From bus delays to flight cancellations, parts of southern Ontario are already seeing the effects of a winter storm that’s blasting the province.
Environment Canada has issued orange alert winter storm warnings for several communities in the Greater Toronto Area, with 20 to 40 centimetres of snow expected in Toronto, Mississauga, Burlington and Pickering.
Forecasters say the regions could see peak snowfall rates of five to seven centimetres per hour, with gusting winds of 50 km/h and reduced visibility due to blowing snow.
The weather is expected to continue through Sunday night with a band of lake-effect snow impacting areas from western Northumberland County to the GTA.
The agency adds the lake-enhanced snow will shift southward to Oakville and Burlington later in the afternoon or evening.
At Toronto Pearson International Airport, dozens domestic and international flight departures and arrivals have either been delayed or cancelled.
Passengers are being asked to check their flight status with their airline before heading to the airport.
The TTC has also put detours in place for some routes due to weather conditions.
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