On Tuesday morning, residents in the Waterloo Region faced challenging travel conditions due to blowing snow and icy roads. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) issued warnings to motorists regarding the severe road conditions.
Collision and Road Closures
At approximately 1:30 a.m., the OPP reported a serious collision involving two transport trucks near the 401 and Fountain Street South in Cambridge. This incident occurred during hazardous icy road conditions.
Due to the collision, the Fountain Street on-ramp to Highway 401 eastbound was closed. This closure was necessary for public safety and to facilitate emergency response and vehicle recovery efforts.
Weather Advisory from Environment Canada
Environment Canada issued a yellow level advisory for blowing snow on Monday night. The advisory warned residents of poor visibility caused by the snow and gusting winds. Wind speeds were recorded at up to 70 km/h.
Travel Warnings
The weather service cautioned that travel conditions might be hazardous, with visibility near zero in some areas. Snowfall accumulations of up to 10 cm were forecasted, but improvements were expected as winds began to decrease on Tuesday morning.
Key Takeaways
- Blowing snow advisory and icy road warnings in effect.
- Collision involving two transport trucks on Highway 401 in Cambridge.
- Fountain Street on-ramp closed for safety and emergency response.
- Environment Canada advisory predicting snowfall up to 10 cm.
- Travel conditions likely hazardous with near-zero visibility.
Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel and stay updated on conditions. Tune in to El-Balad for traffic and weather reports, ensuring safety during this severe weather event.
