Another significant winter storm is forecast for the Kawarthas region over the Family Day weekend.
Environment Canada has issued a winter storm watch for the entire region for Sunday (February 16).
The winter storm watch is in effect for Peterborough County, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland County, Haliburton County, and Hastings Highlands.
The storm is expected to begin Sunday morning and continue into Sunday night, before easing by early Monday morning.
Although there remains some uncertainty as to which areas will receive the heaviest snowfall amounts, Environment Canada is forecasting between 15 and 30 cm of snow, with peak snowfall rates of 3 to 6 cm per hour.
Poor visibility in heavy snow and blowing snow is expected. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become icy and slippery. Avoid travel if possible.
