Environment Canada has issued snow squall warnings for across the Kawarthas region beginning Thursday morning (January 2).
Snow squall warnings are in effect for Kawartha Lakes, Peterborough County, and Northumberland County.
Lake effect snow squalls off Georgian Bay will develop on Thursday morning in the wake of a low pressure system and continue through Thursday night. The highest snowfall accumulations are expected over areas southeast and just south of Lake Simcoe. Due to the nature of lake effect snow, some areas may see little to no snow accumulations.
In southern Kawartha Lakes including Lindsay, locally heavy snowfall with accumulations of 40 cm is possible by Friday morning. Northern Kawartha Lakes, southern Peterborough County, and Northumberland County could see up to 25 cm. The snow squalls are expected to move south of the area Friday morning.
Snow squalls cause weather conditions to vary considerably; changes from clear skies to heavy snow within just a few kilometres are common. Visibility will be suddenly reduced to near zero at times in heavy snow and blowing snow. Travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. Road closures are possible.
If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop.
