Harsh winter weather is continuing across southern Ontario, with two weather warnings in effect Tuesday for extreme cold and heavy snow.
Most of the region, including the Greater Toronto Area, is under a cold warning as wind chill values range from –25 C to –30 C, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada. Conditions may improve slightly during the day but could drop back to –30 C Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. The agency warns that frostbite can develop quickly on exposed skin.
A second warning is in place for heavy, blowing snow in areas north of the GTA. Between 15 and 30 centimetres of snow is expected in the Barrie, Collingwood and Orillia areas, while parts of cottage country near Parry Sound could see up to 20 centimetres.
Snow squalls are forecast to begin Tuesday afternoon and last into Wednesday morning, with strong winds reducing visibility. Travel may be dangerous, with sudden whiteouts and possible road closures.
