Snow squalls and school bus cancellations in Simcoe County

Simcoe Muskoka hit with winter blast Snow squalls and frigid temperatures caused chaos on many Simcoe Muskoka roads on Tuesday.

All school buses in the West and Central zones in Simcoe County were cancelled Tuesday morning.

A snow squall warning issued Monday continues through Tuesday evening for parts of Simcoe County, including Barrie, Collingwood and Hillsdale.

Environment Canada says lake effect snow off Georgian Bay is bringing the possibility of 10 to 20 cm by the evening.

Reduced visibility due to heavy and blowing snow is possible, with snow falling at a rate of 2 cm per hour.

A winter weather travel advisory was also in effect for parts of Simcoe County.  It has since ended.