Environment Canada has issued a winter weather travel advisory for the northern Kawarthas region beginning Saturday afternoon (March 25).
The winter weather travel advisory is in effect for northern Peterborough County, northern Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton County, and Hastings Highlands.
Snow is forecast to begin near noon Saturday and may become mixed with freezing rain or ice pellets at times during the afternoon. Snow may change to or become mixed with rain Saturday night.
Total snowfall accumulations of 7 to 14 cm are possible, with reduced visibility in heavy snow at times.
Motorists should expect hazardous winter driving conditions and adjust travel plans accordingly. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions. Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas. Slow down driving in slippery conditions. Watch for taillights ahead and maintain a safe following distance.
A special weather statement also remains in effect Saturday for the southern Kawarthas region, including southern Peterborough County, southern Kawartha Lakes, and Northumberland County. Snow will be mixed with ice pellets at times, before turning to rain in the afternoon accompanied with strong winds gusting to 70 to 80 km/h in the evening. There is also there is a risk of freezing rain.
