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Ontario Buried: Snow Squalls Cripple Southwest
17 Jan
Summary
- Southwestern Ontario received up to 30cm of snow from squalls.
- Numerous collisions and widespread school closures occurred.
- Toronto Pearson Airport saw significant flight disruptions.
Southwestern Ontario experienced significant disruption on Thursday as a steady stream of snow squalls deposited up to 30 centimeters of snow. This heavy snowfall prompted widespread school closures across multiple counties, including London, Elgin, Middlesex, and Oxford. Emergency services were kept busy responding to dozens of weather-related collisions throughout the region.
The storm system also caused considerable travel issues. Toronto Pearson Airport saw many flights cancelled or severely delayed. Major highways, including Highway 401 and Highway 402, experienced closures due to multiple collisions, some involving transport trucks ending up in ditches. While most highways reopened by the evening, some incidents caused prolonged disruption.
Beyond the immediate travel disruptions, the cold snap continued with an extreme cold alert extended in London. Forecasters predict temperatures to remain below freezing for the coming week. Despite the challenging weather, some residents embraced the snow for recreational activities, while others focused on clearing their properties and navigating the winter conditions.
