Quebec Braces for Intense Winter storm; Motorists, Residents Could Expect Travel Hazards Starting Wednesday

The latest weather forecast warned that an intense winter storm is expected to unload in Quebec and portions of Ontario this week.

Freezing and foggy conditions would result in travel hazards and cold-related health concerns.

Last week, weather forecasts said that the classic colder air and the polar vortex would bring extreme and colder temperatures to Canada in February.

Heavy snow in Quebec and Southern Ontario

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Quebec, Canada, as the snow comes down on December 22, 2022

In addition, the The Weather Network reported this January 24 that a snowstorm would unload heavy snow in Quebec on Wednesday evening and with the potential to stay until the end of the week.

In the The Weather Network's weather forecast, the outlook reported that snowfall is expected to unload starting Wednesday to Thursday.

• Snowfall would unleash in Sherbrooke, Montreal, Gatineau, Trois Rivieres, Quebec, Riviere-du Loup, Saint-Georges, Grand Falls, Fredericton, Gaspe and Rimouski.
• There is also a chance of snow in Sept-Iles, Baie-Comeau, Saguenay, La Tuque and Mont-Laurier.

According to CBC News, Environment Canada said temperatures would become colder with a possible deep freeze on Friday and the weekend.

The cold weather conditions would be challenging for many residents.

On Friday, The Weather Network reported that snow outlook is forecast to unleash in Gatineau, Montreal, Quebec, Sherbrooke, Rimouski, Gaspe and Sept-Iles.

On the other hand, the weather forecast explained that Southern Ontario would receive wintry weather conditions this week.

The challenging weather would bring snow that could disrupt travel plans. On Thursday, the forecast said that Ottawa and Ontario expected heavy snowfall.

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The final weekend of January in Southern Ontario and portions of Canada would anticipate more blowing snow.

Colder weather and wintry patterns

According to the latest weather forecast, the weather conditions in portions of Canada and Quebec would expect intense winter storms this week.

Residents and motorists should stay updated with the weather, especially the extreme temperatures that could unfold.

Although Canadians are not new to extreme temperatures, staying safe during ice and freezing conditions is best.

Here are some essential tips during the winter storm.

1. Listening to weather forecasts and reports would help becoming more prepared. Local weather stations would be essential to understand the possible impact on your area.
2. Understand that the older adults, babies and other vulnerable people would be more at risk of the extreme temperatures. It is essential to check their temperatures for hypothermia or frostbite regularly.
3. Avoid any unnecessary travel. Hazardous travel conditions would unfold this week that could lead to more road accidents. If it is unimportant, it is better to stay at home.
4. Keep an emergency bag at home. Blowing snow and freezing weather would result in widespread power outages. The emergency kit should include a flashlight, power banks, bottled water, food supplies and medicines.
5. Keep your pets at home.

Did you know?

•  According to Canadian Geographic, the place of Snag, Yukon, had the lowest on-record temperature in Canada on February 3, 1947.
• Meanwhile, the report said Grand Banks off Newfoundland is the world's foggiest region.

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