Værmelding for Barrow Island

winter storm warning in effectWinter storm continuing into Thursday.What:Total snowfall amounts near 15 cm north of a line from Batchawana Bay to New Liskeard.Freezing rain with 2 to 4 mm of ice accretion possible.When:Continuing through Thursday morning. For areas near the Ontario - Quebec border, continuing into Thursday evening.Additional information:The rain-snow line is expected to stretch from near Batchawana Bay to New Liskeard. Along this transition line, freezing rain and ice pellets are likely. To the north of the transition line, accumulating snow can be expected.For areas south of the rain-snow line. minimal snowfall accumulation is expected as temperatures will remain above the freezing mark. Rainfall amounts of 20 to 35 mm are expected in these regions. For more information, please see the rainfall warning that is currently in effect.Any rain will transition to snow tonight into early Thursday morning. Northerly winds gusting to 50 km/h may result in local blowing snow on Thursday.###Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become icy and slippery.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.Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve. Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas.

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