Active AlertsKitchenuhmaykoosib Aaki 84 (Big Trout Lake), ON

Yellow Warning - Winter Storm

Issued at Fri 4:40 AM Apr. 17
Issued by: Environment and Climate Change Canada
Description

A significant late season winter storm begins today.

What:
Snowfall amounts of 15 to 25 cm.
Significantly reduced visibility in snow and blowing snow.

When:
Beginning late this morning except this evening for Fort Severn and continuing through Saturday night.

Discussion:
Snow, at times heavy, is expected with this storm. Strong winds gusting up to 70 km/h will develop Saturday afternoon. These strong winds combined with the falling snow will produce significantly reduced visibility in blowing snow.

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Travel will likely be challenging.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #ONStorm.

Recommended Action


Consider postponing non-essential travel and outdoor activities until conditions improve. Prepare for some disruptions to transportation, services, and utilities.

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