Extreme cold warning and snow squall watch issued for region (update)
Posted Feb 2, 2023 04:45:00 PM.
It'll be a blustery and cold few days ahead for Waterloo Region and Wellington County – as Environment Canada has now issued a snow squall watch alongside a previously announced extreme cold warning.
Beginning on Thursday afternoon, the weather agency warns of brief but intense snowfall expected to develop, which could result in significant reductions to visibility.
Snowfall amounts of two to five centimetres are expected throughout the afternoon into Thursday evening, alongside wind gusts of 50 to 70 km/h – which could result in hazardous travel conditions due to sudden changes in the weather.
We're also being warned of wind chill values as low as -30 on Thursday night through to Friday morning, prompting that previously mentioned extreme cold warning.
Environment Canada said those conditions are expected to become more moderate throughout the day on Friday, though wind chills may reach -30 again on Friday night early into Saturday morning.
Residents are encouraged to cover up if travelling during that period, as frostbite can develop within minutes on exposed skin, especially with wind chill.
Things are expected to warm up Saturday with a high of -5, then plus 1 by Sunday.
A list of warming centres in Waterloo Region can be found by clicking here.
