Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter DISTRICT — At least 10 to 15 centimeters (cm) of snow fell on the Temiskaming region overnight Saturday, November 21 causing residents to drag out their snow shovels, winter coats, hats and boots.However, the freshly fallen snow was a good omen for the volunteers
Fall storm blows through TemiskamingDiane Johnston Speaker Reporter Winds overturned wagons at a Highway 562 farm west of Thornloe. Environment Canada reports winds reached 81
Northeastern Ontario’s heat wave raises health concernsSue Nielsen Speaker Reporter DISTRICT — Summer’s here and the living is easy.After an unusually cold, harsh winter, many people living in the Temiskaming region said they wouldn’t complain when the hot days of summer arrive.Well, they have arrived
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ISSUED BY ENVIRONMENT CANADA AT 05:50 WEDNESDAY 01 APRIL 2015 Summary Brief freezing rain is possible in many areas. A low pressure system developing over the Prairies will move into Northern Ontario later today. Snow with a risk of freezing rain will develop ahead of a warm front this afternoon over the Lake Nipigon area and spread eastward this evening and overnight, exiting into Quebec Thursday morning. The snow is also forecast to change to rain as the warm front passes. |
Last Wednesday’s spring-like weather had many people optimistic the long winter was finally over. But by Friday, Temiskaming fell under a heavy snowfall alert for March 13 and 14 that warned winter would be back in full force. Traffic along Highway 11 had to be patient while crews worked
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter DISTRICT — The numbers are in, this past February was Temiskaming’s coldest month in recorded history.Area residents can take some comfort in the fact they have weathered the coldest February on record, since weather data has been collected in the district dating back to
Summary
A period of very cold wind chills is expected. Bitterly cold Arctic air remains in place over Northern Ontario. Extreme wind chills of near minus 40 are likely tonight and Thursday morning. After some improvement Thursday afternoon, wind chills of near minus 40 are likely again Thursday night and into Friday morning.
Wear appropriate clothing. – Always wear clothing appropriate for the weather. Synthetic and wool fabrics provide better insulation. Some synthetic fabrics are designed to keep perspiration away from your body which keep you dry and further reduce your risk. – Dress in layers with a wind resistant outer layer. You can remove layers if you get too warm (before you start sweating) or add a layer if you get cold. – Wear warm socks, gloves, a hat and scarf in cold weather. Be sure to cover your nose to protect it. – If you get wet, change into dry clothing as soon as possible. You lose heat faster when you’re wet. Know your health risks. – Talk to your health professional to see if you are at an increased risk from increase cold due to medical condition. – If you have health problems such as a heart condition, you may wish to avoid strenuous activities like shoveling snow. Extreme cold warnings are issued when very cold temperatures or wind chill creates an elevated risk to health such as frost bite and hypothermia. Environment Canada meteorologists will update alerts as required, so stay tuned to your local media or Weatheradio. Email reports of severe weather to storm.ontario@ec.gc.ca or tweet with the hashtag #ONStorm.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry – North Bay District is advising area residents that a Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Outlook is in effect for North Bay District.
Residents in these watersheds should keep a close watch on conditions, regularly check for updated messages and stay away from fast-moving rivers and streams.
MNR is closely monitoring the weather and developing watershed conditions.
Further updates will be issued as appropriate.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Description of Weather System
A strong low pressure system will cross lower Lake Superior, and move southwest to northeast across northeastern Ontario through the day, bringing a mix of snow, freezing rain, heavy rain and strong winds across Ontario.
Areas of southwestern Ontario including the Bruce Peninsula, and through into Muskoka, Britt and North Bay, are all expected to see additional precipitation in the amounts 10 – 25 mm, with the possibility of embedded convective cells that could deliver an additional 5 -10 mm.
As the low pressure system exits out of Ontario and into northern Quebec, 2 cold fronts will sweep across northeastern Ontario, quickly returning the northeastern Ontario to seasonal or below seasonal temperatures tomorrow.
Description of Current Conditions
Northern portions of southern Ontario and into much of the northeast experienced a particularly wet fall and areas are still experiencing above normal water levels and flows.
Temperatures will continue to be above freezing during the day today for most of northeastern Ontario, causing continued snowmelt and enhanced run-off from the expected precipitation. Melting of significant portions of the local snow pack has already occurred over most of southern and south-central Ontario.
Already high water levels combined with rainfall/snowmelt will likely result in flooding. Areas that haven’t benefited from lake effect snow, can expect to see less snow pack buffering and a rapid response to the forecast rainfall.
A close watch on local forecasts and conditions is recommended.
Expiry Date:
This message will expire on Thursday, November 27 2014, 12:00 AM .
Terminology: Notification Levels
WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – FLOOD OUTLOOK: gives early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high winds or other conditions
WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY: indicates that high flows, melting ice or other factors could be dangerous for such users as boaters, anglers and swimmers but flooding is not expected.
FLOOD WATCH: potential for flooding exists within specific watercourses and municipalities
FLOOD WARNING: flooding is imminent or occurring within specific watercourses and municipalities.
Contact Information
For more information please contact:
Graham Mewett, Integrated Resource Management Specialist, 705-475-5529
A close watch on local conditions and weather forecasts from Environment Canada is recommended.
Environment Canada bulletins can be found at http://weather.gc.ca/
The Surface Water Monitoring Centre public webpage can be found here: www.ontario.ca/flooding
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ISSUED BY ENVIRONMENT CANADA AT 3:55 P.M. EST MONDAY 10 NOVEMBER 2014 Summary Ice build-up due to freezing rain is expected or occurring. At the moment an area of snow has moved into the Algoma Nickle Belt areas where 5 to 10 cm of snow are possible. As a warm front approaches the area the precipitation is expected to transition to freezing rain first near Sault Ste Marie during the evening hours and then expanding into Sudbury overnight and into Tuesday morning. The freezing rain could last as long as 2 to 6 hours in any given location. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots will become icy, slippery and hazardous. Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas. Ice build-up may cause tree branches to break. Utility outages may occur. Freezing Rain Warnings are issued when rain falling in sub-zero temperatures creates ice build-up and icy surfaces. Environment Canada meteorologists will update alerts as required, so stay tuned to your local media or Weatheradio. Email reports of severe weather to sto rm.ontario@ec.gc.ca or tweet with the hashtag #ONStorm. |
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry – North Bay District is advising area
residents that a Flood Outlook is still in effect for North Bay District.
Residents along rivers and lakes are advised to keep a close watch on conditions,
regularly check for updated messages and exercise caution around water bodies as
levels and flows are expected to increase.
MNR is closely monitoring the weather and developing watershed conditions.
Further updates will be issued as appropriate.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Description of Weather System
On Friday and into Saturday, precipitation will continue over most of the province,
with rain accumulations expected to be less than 20 mm in this area.
Temperatures are expected to drop to seasonal or below seasonal, with strong
winds from the north developing as the low pressure system moves out into northern
Quebec.
Description of Current Conditions
Stream flows are at or near bank full levels and will remain high for the next few
days before returning to seasonal levels. The rainfall forecasted over the next few
days, while not excessive, could overwhelm local drainage systems that are
currently at capacity, and localized flooding may occur.
A close watch on local forecasts and conditions is recommended.
Expiry Date:
This message will expire on Monday, October 20 2014, 12:00 AM .Terminology: Notification Levels
WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – FLOOD OUTLOOK: gives early notice
of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow
melt, high winds or other conditions
WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY: indicates that high
flows, melting ice or other factors could be dangerous for such users as boaters,
anglers and swimmers but flooding is not expected.
FLOOD WATCH: potential for flooding exists within specific watercourses and
municipalities
FLOOD WARNING: flooding is imminent or occurring within specific watercourses
and municipalities.
Contact Information
For more information please contact:
Graham Mewett, Integrated Resource Management Specialist, 705-475-5529
A close watch on local conditions and weather forecasts from Environment Canada
is recommended.
Environment Canada bulletins can be found at http://weather.gc.ca/
The Surface Water Monitoring Centre public webpage can be found here:
www.ontario.ca/flooding
