Environment Canada has issued a yellow snowfall warning for Greater Napanee and the surrounding area, with significant snow expected to impact the area beginning tonight.
Forecasters say a developing low-pressure system will bring between 15 and 25 centimetres of snow to the region. Snow is expected to start Wednesday night and continue into Thursday evening, before tapering off late Thursday night.
Reduced visibility is expected at times due to heavy snowfall and local blowing snow. Officials warn that travel conditions could quickly deteriorate, especially during the Thursday morning and afternoon rush hours.
The weather system will also bring a sharp drop in temperature by Thursday morning, leading to cold wind chills while snow is still falling. This combination is expected to worsen road and sidewalk conditions. Drivers are being urged to allow extra travel time and prepare for rapidly changing winter conditions.
Written by Emily Chatwood
