The stretch of Highway 17 from Batchawana Bay to Sault Ste. Marie will be affected. Lake effect snow may continue into tonight for some areas, Environment Canada says
Current details:Lake effect snow, heavy at times. Local snowfall amounts of 5 to 15 cm.This will be the first accumulating lake effect snow event of the season for most areas. The stretch of Highway 17 from Batchawana Bay to Sault Ste. Marie will be affected. Lake effect snow may continue into tonight for some areas.
Motorists should expect hazardous winter driving conditions and adjust travel plans accordingly. Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow. Snow squalls cause weather conditions to vary considerably; changes from clear skies to heavy snow within just a few kilometres are common. If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop.
For road conditions and other traveller information from the Ministry of Transportation, visit https://www.ontario.ca/511, https://www.twitter.com/511Ontario, or call 5-1-1. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to or tweet reports using #ONStorm.
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