The first winter storm of the season is currently blowing its way out after significant snowfall and strong winds. Warning preparedness meteorologist with Environment Canada, Danielle Desjardins says winter is settling in.
“That low pressure system that's been impacting most of the province actually is pulling off, so we're expecting snow and the wind to taper off later this morning into this afternoon. It'll be much cooler than it has been over the previous few months.”
With decreasing wind speeds, wind chill temperatures are expected to get warmer, however, below seasonal temperatures will stick around.
“We're expecting winds to die down, the wind chill won't be quite as low as the minus 20 mid-20 range. However, the temperatures aren't going to be too too warm. We're looking at temperatures below normal for this time of year with highs in the minus eight to minus 10 degree range and then lows in the minus teens.”
Desjardins says similar amounts of snowfall are expected again this weekend.
“We are expecting another impulse to track through southern Saskatchewan, right now there's a little bit of uncertainty with the timing and the track of the system. As far as amounts, depending where you are you could see about five to ten centimeters this weekend.”
However, she expects the weekend snowfall to be less prolonged with slower windspeeds.
She also offers safety reminders as the storm blows itself out, emphasizing the importance of checking road conditions before heading out.
“If you haven't winterized your vehicle definitely a good time to do so, the snow is not going anywhere. Of course if you do need to travel, having a safety kit with a few necessary items like water and some snacks and even a flashlight or something in case you get stuck for a prolonged period of time would be handy to have.”
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