Up to 40 cm of snow expected in parts of southern Ontario

Snow blows by a series of street lights in this undated stock image. (Artem Balashevsky/Pexels.com)

The work week might start out with a blanket of white, as snow squalls are expected to begin in several communities across southern Ontario late Sunday or early Monday.

Environment Canada issued the alert early Sunday.

They stated up to 40 centimetres could fall in areas like Stratford, North Wellington, Drayton, Mount Forest, Haldimand County and Norfolk County.

The lake-effect snow will come from Lake Huron and Lake Erie and are expected to last through Tuesday.

Additionally, wind chills are expected to hit between -20 to -25 degrees Celsius.

“Of particular concern is the potential for several hours of poor visibility due to blowing snow beginning Monday afternoon,” said the alert in part, explaining visibility could be near zero at times. “Westerly winds gusting as high as 70 to 80 km/h may develop, although confidence in how strong the winds will be is low at this point.”

Environment Canada said the high winds should lessen by Monday evening.

They also warn travel may be very hazardous and advises drivers and commuters to prepare for quick changing conditions that could worsen overtime.

Disruptions to transportation and other services are expected.