Environment Canada has issued a winter weather travel advisory for the greater Kawarthas region for Monday (March 7).
The winter weather travel advisory is in effect for Peterborough County, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland County, Hastings County, and Haliburton County.
A Texas low will bring a messy mix of precipitation to the region on Monday.
For northern Peterborough County, northern Kawarthas Lakes, northern Hastings County, and Haliburton County, snow will begin early Monday morning, with total amounts of 6 to 12 cm expected by the time the snow tapers off Monday evening.
For southern Peterborough County, southern Kawarthas Lakes, and southern Hastings County, there will be a mix of snow and ice pellets, with a risk of freeing rain, in the morning and early afternoon, with total amounts of 2 to 4 cm of snow and ice pellets.
In Northumberland County, precipitation will begin Monday morning as a mix of ice pellets and freezing rain. Near midday, as temperatures climb above the freezing mark, precipitation will change over to rain for some areas. By late afternoon, precipitation will change over to wet snow (with minimal accumulations) before ending in the evening.
Both the morning and afternoon commutes are likely to be impacted.
Motorists should expect hazardous winter driving conditions and adjust travel plans accordingly, exercising caution and giving themselves extra time to reach their destination.
Poor weather conditions may contribute to transportation delays. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions. Slow down driving in slippery conditions. Watch for taillights ahead and maintain a safe following distance. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become icy and slippery.
