Ontario's Weather Forecast Predicts 40 cm Of Snow This Week & It Could Get Dangerous

This week, residents of northwestern Ontario will be forced to contend with yet another barrage of wintry conditions due to an approaching spring system.

According to The Weather Network (TWN), the widespread flurries will begin as early as Tuesday evening, with the blizzard-like conditions not expected to taper off until the weekend. So, it might be worth cancelling your hiking plans.

As a result of impending danger, Environment Canada (EC) has issued special weather statements for several regions, including Dryden, Fort Frances, and Kenora, which face the possibility of whiteout conditions.

"Travel may become hazardous due to heavy snow, blowing snow and freezing rain," the agency warns. "Consider postponing non-essential travel. Public Safety Canada encourages everyone to make an emergency plan and get an emergency kit with drinking water, food, medicine, a first-aid kit and a flashlight."

Total snowfall accumulations will span from 20 centimetres to a whopping 40 centimetres, with a possibility for freezing rain and ice pellets to mix in, making commuting even more treacherous.

"If visibility is reduced while driving, turn on your lights and maintain a safe following distance," Environment Canada adds. "Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways, and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow."

In conclusion, if you live in the areas mentioned, you should probably avoid travelling at all costs this week, as your usual traffic blues will be replaced with potentially hazardous weather conditions.