Yellow Watch – Snow Squall (Wawa – Pukaskwa Park)

Jan 21, 2026 at 07:23

Yellow Warning – Snow Squall

5:07 AM EST Wednesday 21 January 2026

Impact Level: Moderate

Forecast Confidence: High

Snow squalls may develop this morning.

What:

• Significantly reduced visibility in heavy snow.
• Local snowfall amounts of 15 to 20 cm.

When: This morning to near midnight tonight.

Additional information: An Alberta clipper will move into the region this morning, bringing widespread snow. A lake effect band has developed south of Wawa and may push northward into Wawa this morning.

Travel may be hazardous. Visibility may be suddenly reduced to near zero at times. Roads and walkways may be difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. Prepare for the possibility of quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions.

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