Record-breaking snowfall hits Waterloo Region, over 120 crashes reported
Posted Jan 20, 2020 05:30:00 PM.
The clean up continues after this weekend's record-breaking snowfall.
According to Meteorologist Rob Kuhn with Environment Canada, 16 cm was recorded in Kitchener on Saturday alone.
That's a new daily snowfall record for January 18.
16.0 cm of snow in Kitchener Saturday is a new daily snowfall record for 18-January. One week before, we had a new daily maximum temperature and rainfall record for 11-January. #onstorm
— Rob Kuhn (@KuhnyRob) January 19, 2020
The snow certainly kept Waterloo Regional Police busy.
In the last 48 hours, 125 collisions were reported.
As a result, they've reminded motorists to be prepared for wintry weather.
That means you need to clean any snow or ice off your entire car before hitting the road, and drive carefully.
Winter has finally arrived! Please adjust your speed and driving to the road conditions. Within the last 48 hrs, 125 collisions were reported.
Before driving, clear your vehicle of any snow or ice & give yourself extra time to ensure you arrive to your destination safely. pic.twitter.com/9XDHJYEP2X— Waterloo Regional Police (@WRPSToday) January 20, 2020
