Winter storm warning for Sudbury, North Bay areas

After recent spring-like conditions, wintry weather returns to the region. Rick Wyman has all the weather details you need & what to expect for the next 7 days.

Just when we thought we were out of winter, it pulls us back in. Environment Canada has issued yellow-coded winter storm warnings for Greater Sudbury and area, North Bay, Powassan and Mattawa.

Less certain grey-coded weather statements are in effect in Timmins and Sault Ste. Marie.

Environment Canada said there is potential for freezing rain, snow and ice pellets Tuesday night into Wednesday night, with snowfall amounts up to 15 cm.

Freezing rain, ice pellets

“Several hours of freezing rain and ice pellets (with) ice accretion or build-up of up to 4 mm,” the warning said.

“A wintry mix of snow, ice pellets and freezing rain is likely tonight into Wednesday. Precipitation should change to all snow with local blowing snow late Wednesday before tapering off Wednesday night.”

The track of the low-pressure system is still somewhat uncertain, and as a result, “confidence is low regarding exact precipitation amounts and types.”

“Regardless of the precipitation type, hazardous travel conditions are likely,” the warning said.

“Roads and walkways may be difficult to navigate. Some travel delays are possible. Consider rescheduling travel and outdoor activities.”

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