U.S. storm bears down on southern Ontario

A person outside a vehicle covered in snow.

What’s being called a generational storm bearing down on more than 30 states south of the border might spare Ontario – for the most part.

Environment Canada meteorologist Trudy Kidd says with the storm hitting the United States this weekend, Ontario can expect snow but not to the degree that it will affect our neighbours to the south.

“It’s still important for us to talk about. Know your forecast for your location,” Kidd said.

The weather agency says by no means will this storm be “generational” like what is being forecasted for the U.S., but as the storm moves through southern Ontario, snow and cold weather will be coming this weekend.

For areas in central Ontario like Kincardine, Collingwood, Barrie, Owen Sound and regions to the south like Peterborough, 5 to 15 centimetres of snow could accumulate Sunday.

Areas to the east like Kingston and Ottawa are expected to get the same thing but delayed until Monday.

“We still have to be prepared for it,” Kidd said. “If you can change travel plans, 15 centimetres slows you down. You’ve got to give yourself more time.”

Environment Canada says that while there is lots of talk south of the border, the weather agency is aware and they’re watching closely as it’s too soon to know exactly the impacts.

“We’re giving people the heads up that yes, we’ll see snow,” Kidd said.

While there is still room for changes in the forecast, what people can expect for now is snow beginning Sunday morning throughout the day.

“The GTA got 30 to 50 centimetres last week. This storm will not be that,” Kidd said.