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Weather advisory in effect for:
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Winter weather travel advisory in effect for late this afternoon into tonight.

Hazards:
Reduced visibility due to heavy wet snow and blowing snow.
Snowfall accumulations of 5 to 15 cm possible, especially away from Lake Erie.
Rainfall accumulations of 20 to 30 mm possible closer to Lake Erie.
Strong wind gusts up to 70 km/h.

Timing:
This afternoon into Saturday morning.

Discussion:
A Texas low is expected to bring heavy snow and strong winds to a large swath of southern Ontario. Snow will begin this afternoon and may become heavy at times, likely impacting the afternoon commute. Heavy snow in combination with strong easterly winds may create reduced visibility and hazardous travel conditions. Snow may mix with ice pellets at times or even transition over to rain, particularly for areas closer to Lake Erie. Areas that change over to rain may see significant rainfall accumulations, but any rain should change back to snow later this evening should expect hazardous winter driving conditions and adjust travel plans accordingly. Poor weather conditions may contribute to transportation delays. Prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions.
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