Snowfall Warning Issued for Ottawa Area
Environment Canada has released a snowfall warning for the Ottawa region, forecasting between 10 and 20 centimeters of snow over the course of the day. The alert covers Ottawa North, Kanata, and Orléans, marking the first snowfall of the season.
Weather Details
According to Environment Canada, snowfall may accumulate at a rate of two to five centimeters per hour, with the heaviest snow expected from late afternoon into the evening. As night falls, temperatures are expected to drop to -3°C, possibly bringing a mix of snow and ice pellets.
Impact and Safety Notices
The Ottawa Police Service posted a reminder on X urging drivers to exercise caution if they must travel during the storm. The Ontario Provincial Police also reported a busy day on the roads.
“Between noon and 4 p.m., detachments across eastern Ontario responded to over 120 collisions,” the OPP stated on X, adding that no fatalities had been reported.
Most of the incidents involved vehicles losing control and sliding off the roads.
Summary
Heavy snow continues across the Ottawa area, with police urging caution as hazardous driving conditions persist through the evening.
Author’s summary: A severe snowstorm has struck Ottawa, causing numerous road incidents but no deaths, as authorities stress safe driving conditions amid worsening weather.