Winter travel advisory issued as Muskoka braces for more snow

Muskoka braces for more snow Muskoka residents are bracing for more snow while trying to clear the significant snowfall from the weekend.

Muskoka is in for more snow after a major dumping over the weekend that caused power outages, downed trees and road closures.

Environment Canada issued a winter weather travel advisory on Wednesday for parts of cottage country, noting Gravenhurst could receive another 10 centimetres of snow accumulation.

The Town of Gravenhurst remains in a State of Emergency after receiving its most significant early season snowfall over the weekend, amounting to 140 centimetres.

Parry Sound-Muskoka MPP Graydon Smith brought cottage country’s situation to Queen’s Park.

“We are used to receiving snow, but that amount in that amount of time is unusual,” he said on Wednesday. “It has created a situation that has been very difficult for a lot of people, so just a message for all those people that hope has been and will continue to be there for you.”

The Town has called in road crews from Simcoe County and York Region to help stay on top of snow-clearing efforts, with snowbanks piled high.

Houseys Rapids Road, Uffington Road, Southwood Road, Beiers Road, and the northbound ramp at Luigi Road remain closed.

The Town of Huntsville could see up to 15 centimetres of snow accumulation as the low-pressure system moves through the area.

Bracebridge is expected to get another 10 centimetres of the white stuff. The mayor said crews would work around the clock to remove snow that has built up in the downtown core.

Provincial police continue to urge motorists to only venture out if absolutely necessary.

“Slow down, respect snow plow crews, and road crews trying to keep the roads open and safe,” the OPP stated.