Snowfall warning issued for areas near Moose Jaw

Environment Canada says southern Saskatchewan will see its first blast of winter tonight. Heavy snow will develop over the southwestern corner of the province later today and spread east-northeast through the night. The heaviest snow will track between Regina and Saskatoon early Tuesday morning.

The snow will continue towards the Yorkton region before dissipating later Tuesday.

The snow associated with this system is expected to be relatively intense with snowfall rates as high as 2-3 cm per hour. While some snow will likely melt on contact with the relatively warm ground, the high intensity will still likely allow 10 to 15 cm of snow to pile up along the swath of heaviest accumulations.

In addition to the snow, moderate northerly winds will develop along with this system, bringing in colder temperatures and resulting in local areas of blowing snow. Environment Canada recommends that travellers be prepared for poor visibilities and accumulating snow or slush on roadways.

If travelling during or in the wake of this storm, refer to the Highway Hotline to see the latest road conditions along your route: https://hotline.gov.sk.ca/map

Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow.

Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions. Prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions. If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop.

For information on emergency plans and kits go to https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/.

Snowfall warning issued for:

R.M. of Marquis including Tuxford Keeler and Buffalo Pound, Sask.

R.M. of Morse including Herbert Morse Ernfold and Gouldtown, Sask.

R.M. of Enfield including Central Butte, Sask.

R.M. of Eyebrow including Eyebrow and Brownlee, Sask.

R.M. of Dufferin including Bethune and Findlater, Sask.

R.M. of Chaplin including Chaplin, Sask.

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