Weather advisory issued for February 27, 2023

From Environment Canada

Weather advisory issued for:
   Niagara, Ont. (046700)

Current details: 
Winter weather travel advisory in effect for this afternoon and evening.

This winter weather travel advisory has been upgraded from a special weather statement that was previously in effect.

Hazards:
Snow and ice pellets, with total amounts near 5 cm.
Peak snowfall rates of 2 to 4 centimetres per hour, particularly during the evening commute.
Reduced visibility in heavy snow and blowing snow and slippery surfaces due to accumulating snow.
Strong easterly winds gusting up to 70 km/h this afternoon and this evening. 

Timing:
This afternoon and this evening. 

Discussion:
Snow is expected to begin this afternoon and may be heavy at times. The snow may become mixed with ice pellets early this evening before transitioning to light rain or drizzle near midnight tonight. There is also a risk of freezing rain this evening.

Travel may be hazardous due to sudden changes in the weather.

Prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions. Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas.

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 ONstorm@ec.gc.caor tweet reports using #ONStorm.

More details on the alert are available here.

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Are you prepared for a prolonged power outage or emergency situation?

Emergency preparedness can help increase knowledge and reduce risks in the event of an unforeseen event. Emergency preparedness is everyone's responsibility. Some individuals may not have the support or capacity to deal with emergencies. Reach out to family, friends and neighbours who may be vulnerable or unable to support themselves during an emergency.

The first 72 hours are the most critical in any emergency situation. The Town of Pelham 72-Hour Emergency Guide provides steps to be better prepared for the different kinds of emergencies that can impact residents.

It was developed to help you, your family, friends and neighbours be prepared in the event of an emergency. 

Please take a moment to review this guide with your family, friends and neighbours.

To view more about Town of Pelham winter operations visit www.pelham.ca/winter