Schools across the GTA to close as region braces for arrival of winter storm

A winter storm warning is in effect in Toronto. Here's what you need to know.

Last Updated Thursday, December 22, 2022 4:14PM EST

“Extensive blowing snow will develop Friday morning. Very cold wind chills are expected to develop on Friday and persist into the weekend,” Environment Canada said on its website. “The weather is going to change extremely quickly, there’s going to be high winds so we have to try to get on top of it as quickly as we can,” Vincent Sferrazza, Director of Operations and Maintenance said at a news conference Thursday morning.

Sferrazza added that he expects crews will have to complete multiple rounds of salting and plowing, depending on snow accumulation. In addition, if residents encounter any downed trees or branches the city is encouraging them to report it by calling 311.

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