Special weather statement for snow in effect for Kawarthas region beginning Friday morning

10-15 cm of snow expected by Saturday morning, with snow mixed with rain at times Friday afternoon and evening

Cars on road during winter storm with snow causing poor visibility.

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the Kawarthas region for snow beginning Friday morning (March 13) and continuing until Saturday morning.

The special weather statement is in effect for Peterborough County, the City of Kawartha Lakes, and Northumberland County.

Snow is expected to begin Friday morning and continue Friday night before moving out of the region Saturday morning.

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Total snowfall amounts of 10 to 15 cm are expected, with reduced visibility in heavy snow at times. The heaviest snow is expected to be over higher elevations such as the Oak Ridges Moraine.

Snow will be mixed with rain at times Friday afternoon and evening.

Roads and walkways may be difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. Falling temperatures Friday night may lead to icy roads and sidewalks.