Advarsler

winter storm warning in effectHazardous winter conditions are expected.Winter storm expected.What:20 to 30 centimetres of snow accompanied by northwesterly winds gusting between 70 and 90 kilometres per hour and blowing snowWhen:Until Saturday evening.Where:Locales near James Bay, from Chisasibi to south of Eastmain, and Nemiscau.Additional information:A large, intense weather system is currently affecting the James Bay and La Grande River areas with snow and moderate winds. Snow and winds will intensify this morning, especially for communities located near James Bay and south of the La Grande River. Although significant snowfall accumulations are possible for Radisson, winds will be lighter, which will limit blowing snow.###Visibility will be suddenly reduced to near zero at times in heavy snow and blowing snow.Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #QCStorm.Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve.

Environment Canada