“Messy” weather forecast

Environment Canada issued the following special weather statement at 6:30 a.m. Saturday, November 20, for the Temiskaming area:

Messy winter weather expected Sunday into Monday.

A developing low pressure system is expected to bring a mix of rain, snow and strong winds to parts of Northern Ontario Sunday through Monday.

Precipitation is expected to begin as a mix of rain and snow Sunday afternoon or evening before transitioning over to snow Sunday night with the passage of the cold front. Strong northwesterly winds behind the front will accompany the snow resulting in blowing snow which could reduce visibilities at times.

Additionally, temperatures are expected to plunge below the freezing mark behind the cold front Sunday night possibly leading to icy roads and sidewalks. Travel may be impacted.

Snowfall amounts of 5 to 15 cm are expected by Monday morning with additional snowfall possible on Monday. There remains some uncertainty regarding snowfall amounts at this time.

Winter weather travel advisories or snowfall warnings may be issued as the event draws nearer.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm.