Waterloo Region's Weather
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Waterloo Region's Weather
Environment Canada: Public Warnings | Special Weather Statement
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Freezing rain warning for Kitchener - Cambridge - Region of Waterloo issued
4:45 AM EST Thursday 26 January 2012 | Environment Canada | Link
Freezing rain late this afternoon and early this evening.
A low pressure system over the southern states is heading northeast towards the Great Lakes today. Precipitation ahead of the system is expected to begin over the region late this afternoon and may be in the form of snow or ice pellets before changing over to freezing rain. The freezing rain will likely persist into the evening hours before transitioning to rain then back to snow.
Motorists and pedestrians should be prepared for dangerous winter travelling conditions. Untreated surfaces may become ice covered and very slippery.
Freezing rain warning for Kitchener - Cambridge - Region of Waterloo continued
4:41 AM EST Thursday 16 February 2012 | Environment Canada | Link
Freezing rain expected early this morning.
A weakening low pressure system over Indiana early this morning is heading towards Southern Ontario today. Freezing rain has already begun in some areas of Southwestern Ontario and will continue to spread north and east. The freezing rain could become mixed with snow before changing to rain by mid morning.
Motorists are encouraged to drive carefully as untreated roads could be slippery in freezing rain.
Special Weather Statements for Ontario
4:50 AM EST Thursday 16 February 2012 | Environment Canada | Link
Special weather statement for:
City of Toronto
Simcoe - Delhi - Norfolk
Dunnville - Caledonia - Haldimand
Oxford - Brant
Niagara
City of Hamilton
Halton - Peel
York - Durham
Huron - Perth
Waterloo - Wellington
Dufferin - Innisfil
Grey - Bruce
Barrie - Orillia - Midland.
A weakening low pressure system over Indiana early this morning is heading towards Southern Ontario today. Precipitation has already begun in Southwestern Ontario starting as a mixture of rain snow or freezing rain before changing to rain later this morning. The areas where freezing rain is most likely are the Waterloo - Wellington region and surrounding areas where freezing rain warnings have been issued.
As the low pushes further into central portions of Southern Ontario, snow and rain and the risk of freezing rain will spread to the north and east. By the time the system reaches Eastern Ontario later in the day precipitation will be either snow or mixed rain and snow.
Motorists are encouraged to drive carefully as untreated roads could be slippery in freezing rain.
Snowfall warning for Kitchener - Cambridge - Region of Waterloo issued
3:18 PM EST Thursday 23 February 2012 | Environment Canada | Link
Snow is on the way.
A low pressure system over Illinois this afternoon is forecast to track northeastward across the Lower Great Lakes tonight. Snow in advance of this system will spread into Southwestern Ontario this evening, the greater Toronto area overnight, and reach Eastern Ontario by Friday morning. Total snowfall accumulations of about 15 cm are expected for many locales along a swath from Sarnia to Cornwall.
The snow will taper off from west to east Friday afternoon and evening.
Kitchener declares snow event
February 23, 2012 | City of Kitchener | Link
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR KITCHENER RESIDENTS: City declares snow event starting at 11:59 P.M. tonight, Feb. 23 - Residents to remove cars from streets by midnight or risk being ticketed and towed
Based on credible weather forecast information, the City of Kitchener has now declared an official snow event. Residents have until 11:59 p.m. tonight, Thursday, Feb. 23, 2012, to remove their parked cars from city streets or risk receiving an $80 ticket and being towed at the owner's expense. The parking ban will remain in effect for 24 hours - until 11:59 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24, 2012.
Notification will be given in advance of that time as to whether or not the city will cancel the snow event or extend it for another 24 hours. That decision will be made based on weather conditions and credible forecasts.
Tag-and-Tow Bylaw:
To help city crews clear all streets of snow within 24 hours of the storm ending, under the city's "tag-and-tow" bylaw residents are prohibited from parking their cars on city streets at any time when a snow event has been declared by the city. Snow events are declared when the city anticipates a significant amount of snow to accumulate.
Residents should tune into local media for updates, or visit www.kitchener.ca to join the city's snow event email distribution list. Members of that email distribution list will receive a direct email when the city declares future snow events and when snow events are extended or declared over.
Residents who suspect their car has been towed should call 519-741-2330 to find out where their car has been relocated.
Enforcement of the Tag-and-Tow Bylaw:
During snow events, City of Kitchener bylaw enforcement staff will be asked to attend locations where parked vehicles are impeding snow-removal equipment from clearing the street. Enforcement staff will assess the situation and may ticket and tow some of the vehicles on the street to help the plows remove snow from that street.
Vehicles will not be ticketed and towed based on calls from the public.
Enforcement will only tow the number of vehicles necessary to allow the snow-removal equipment to do its job. It is possible that only a certain number of vehicles on a street will be removed, regardless of how many are actually present and in violation of the bylaw. In the event that some, but not all, vehicles are towed away, the remaining vehicles found in violation will be ticketed.
Vehicles will be ticketed and relocated to another area in close proximity when it is possible and practical to do so. Vehicles will be towed at the owners' expense.
Haha, so much for that!! Only got a couple cm of snow, roads are not slippery, but for some reason all school buses were cancelled. Only 5 people in my morning class. I guess since we've got not a lot of snow this year they've lowered bus cancellation expectations?
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Definitely seemed like a "meh, there's been absolutely no shot at a snow day this year and this is the closest we'll get - let's take it either way" approach.
I'm sure many didn't mind making the short week even shorter.
At University of Guelph snow days were a foreign concept. In five years there I may have had two. Another day became a snow day *after* I got there and found out that the prof for my only class of the day couldn't get out of his driveway.
Ya this weather is unreal right now. Kind of happy though, not gonna lie. It's been a pretty mild winter so far, hopefully it stays that way.
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Special weather statement
10:41 PM EST 28 February 2012 | Environment Canada | Link
Special weather statement for:
Waterloo - Wellington
Freezing rain likely Wednesday over southwestern and south Central Ontario. Significant snow Wednesday for Eastern Ontario.
A low pressure system currently over Eastern Nebraska will gradually approach the Great Lakes overnight tonight. Precipitation associated with the disturbance will begin as snow or freezing rain over Southwestern Ontario after midnight. However, the freezing rain will become significant early in the morning and a large area is included in a freezing rain warning. The areas expected to receive freezing rain first are in the Sarnia to London corridor and then the freezing rain band will move northeastward. There is a risk of freezing rain later in the morning or in the afternoon for areas north and east of Toronto and the freezing rain warnings may be extended.
Snow will spread across much of south Central Ontario during the morning Wednesday. It may even snow fairly heavily for a short time, snowfall amounts in the 2 to 5 cm range are possible before the changeover. The odd thunderstorm is also possible over Southwestern Ontario and from Windsor to the Niagara Peninsula where very mild air will skirt the region especially through the early afternoon.
For Eastern Ontario and regions to the east of Georgian Bay, the precipitation is expected to fall mainly as snow, although some areas may see a change to rain. Snow amounts of 5 to 10 cm are possible by Wednesday night, with snow continuing into Thursday morning.
Some regions closer to Georgian Bay may receive more significant snowfall accumulations.
The public is advised to monitor future forecasts and warnings as warnings may be required or extended.
Another snow day (second one in a week), another day the roads are clear and buses are cancelled. Guess that's the second storm in a row we were suppose to get but didn't.
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If they're going to cancel regardless of whether the predicted storm/freezing-rain shows up, they may as well make the announcements the previous day.
Residents Urged to Take Precautions During Humidex Advisory
June 19, 2012 | Region of Waterloo | Link
The Associate Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Hsiu-Li Wang, advises Region of Waterloo residents to take steps to prevent illness during the upcoming extreme heat and humidity event. With temperatures and humidity expected to rise today and remain elevated through Thursday, Environment Canada has issued a Humidex Advisory.
All residents, and particularly those at the greatest risk of heat-related illness (e.g., older adults; infants and young children; people with chronic illnesses; people who work or exercise in the heat; and people who are homeless and/or live alone) are urged to take the following actions to stay cool:
1. Drink plenty of cool liquids, especially water, before feeling thirsty. Avoid drinks that are high in sugar, caffeine and/or alcohol.
2. Take cool showers or baths until you feel refreshed.
3. Reschedule or plan outdoor activities during cooler parts of the day.
4. Take a break from the heat by spending a few hours in a cool place.
5. Block sun out by closing awnings, curtains or blinds during the day.
6. Never leave people or pets in your care inside a parked vehicle or in direct sunlight.
7. Frequently visit neighbours, friends and older family members, especially those who are chronically ill or live alone, to make sure that they are cool and hydrated.
More tips on what to do during a smog advisory and extreme heat and humidity are available on Region of Waterloo Public Health’s website or by calling 519-883-2008. Links to cooling centres offered by the municipalities and the Region of Waterloo can also be found on this website.
Residents urged to take precautions during Humidex Advisory
July 04, 2012 | Region of Waterloo | Link
The Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Liana Nolan, advises Region of Waterloo residents to take steps to prevent illness during the upcoming extreme heat and humidity event. With temperatures and humidity expected to be elevated today, Friday, and possibly Saturday, Environment Canada has issued a Humidex Advisory.
All residents, and particularly those at the greatest risk of heat-related illness (e.g., older adults; infants and young children; people with chronic illnesses; people who work or exercise in the heat; and people who are homeless and/or live alone) are urged to take the following actions to stay cool:
More tips on what to do during extreme heat and humidity are available on Region of Waterloo Public Health’s website or by calling 519-883-2008. Links to cooling centres offered by the municipalities and the Region of Waterloo can also be found on this website.
- Drink plenty of cool liquids, especially water, before feeling thirsty. Avoid drinks that are high in sugar, caffeine and/or alcohol.
- Take cool showers or baths until you feel refreshed.
- Reschedule or plan outdoor activities during cooler parts of the day.
- Take a break from the heat by spending a few hours in a cool place.
- Block sun out by closing awnings, curtains or blinds during the day.
- Never leave people or pets in your care inside a parked vehicle or in direct sunlight.
- Frequently visit neighbours, friends and older family members, especially those who are chronically ill or live alone, to make sure that they are cool and hydrated.
Frost warning for Kitchener - Cambridge - Region of Waterloo continued
2:57 PM EDT Sunday 07 October 2012 | Environment Canada | Link
Widespread frost tonight.
Expect widespread frost to develop tonight as temperatures fall to or just below the freezing mark under clear skies and light winds. Temperatures will slowly climb above zero after sunrise on Monday.
Wind warning for Kitchener - Cambridge - Region of Waterloo Issued
4:51 AM EDT Monday 29 October 2012 | Environment Canada | Link
Severe winds of 60 gusting up to 100 km/h beginning this evening.
This is a warning that potentially hazardous winds are expected in these regions. Monitor weather conditions and listen for updated statements.
Hurricane Sandy is forecast to track from the Atlantic ocean into the New Jersey shoreline this evening as it transitions into a powerful post-tropical storm. Winds will increase out of the north to northeast today at 40 gusting to 60 km/h in most areas. They will intensify further this evening to 60 gusting at times to 90 km/h accompanied by heavier bands of rain as Sandy begins to move across Pennsylvania. Winds may be even stronger in the Niagara and Sarnia regions where gusts over 100 km/h are possible. They may also gust a little stronger over higher terrain. Winds will begin to ease below warning criteria on Tuesday morning.
Sporadic power outages are quite likely across the warned regions due to falling limbs and the odd toppled tree taking out hydro lines.
Special Weather Statements for Ontario
5:40 AM EDT Monday 29 October 2012 | Environment Canada | Link
Weather Radar - Ontario
Satellite Images
Special weather statement for
Waterloo - Wellington
Wet, windy and wild weather beginning later today.
The remnants of hurricane Sandy will arrive later today as a large and powerful post tropical fall storm over Southern Ontario.
The Northeastern United States will take the brunt of the storm where Sandy will make landfall this evening. However, there will likely be some significant impacts in Southern and Eastern Ontario. Strong and gusty winds will be the main threat, with rainfall a lesser concern as Sandy tracks a little farther to the south. The strongest winds and most of the rain will be tonight into early Tuesday. The storm is expected to weaken later Tuesday and on Halloween, but it will remain cool, damp and breezy for the trick-or-treaters.
Some wet snow is possible over the Haliburton and Dundalk Highlands this evening where temperatures may flirt with the freezing mark. However, accumulations do not appear to be significant at this time.
A complicating factor is the presence of a stalled front now over Southern Ontario. Moisture-laden post-tropical storms with rain bands interacting with fronts can produce significant rainfall. Persistent rain is forecast near this front for the remainder of today leading up to the arrival of Sandy this evening. A total of 20 to 40 mm is likely today through tonight due to Sandy's effects, especially across Niagara extending west towards the St Thomas area. Lesser amounts are likely elsewhere. Rainfall warnings appear unlikely at this time but cannot be ruled out completely.
Wind is more of a concern. The forecast track is expected to produce winds of 60 km/h with some gusts to 90 km/h beginning this evening with a few severe gusts over 100 km/h possible near Sarnia and Niagara. Wind warnings are in effect for many regions. Gale to storm force winds are expected on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River. The combination of sodden ground, strong winds and some residual leaves on trees will likely lead to some areas with power outagesDue to fallen limbs or downed trees snapping power lines.
More information can be found in the tropical cyclone statement issued by the Canadian Hurricane Centre of Environment Canada.
The public is advised to monitor future forecasts and warnings as warnings may be required or extended.
Special Weather Statements for Ontario
8:47 PM EDT Monday 29 October 2012 | Environment Canada | Link
Radar - Ontario
Satellite Image
Special weather statement for:
Waterloo - Wellington
Sandy is now a very strong post tropical storm.
Sandy is now an intense post tropical storm that has come ashore this evening near Atlantic City in Southern New Jersey. This major fall wind and rain storm will continue to track northwest to reach Central Pennsylvania on Tuesday then north as a weakening low pressure system towards the Kingston area by late Wednesday.
Rain and wind associated with this storm will affect Southern Ontario through the next few days.
North to northeast winds are intensifying as expected and will remain strong through the overnight and early Tuesday morning hours before moderating somewhat by Tuesday afternoon. Wind warnings have been issued for those regions where wind gusts are forecast to reach or exceed Environment Canada's wind warning threshold of 90 km/h. Elsewhere, the wind gusts are expected to be strong, but remain below the warning threshold.
Periods of rain will continue tonight and Tuesday, with the heaviest rain expected during the overnight hours into Tuesday morning. However, rainfall amounts are not expected to reach the warning criteria of 50 mm within 24 hours. In general, total rainfall amounts through until Wednesday morning are expected to be in the 15 to 25 mm range over most of Eastern Ontario and between 25 and 35 mm in south central and Southwestern Ontario. Higher amounts in the 35 to 50 mm range are possible for regions to the south and southeast of Georgian Bay, around the southern end of Lake Huron and in the Niagara region.
More information can be found in the tropical cyclone statement issued by the Canadian Hurricane Centre of Environment Canada.
Please monitor the latest forecasts and warnings from EnvironmentCanada at www.weatheroffice.gc.ca.
Wind warning for Kitchener - Cambridge - Region of Waterloo continued
8:53 PM EDT Monday 29 October 2012 | Environment Canada | Link
Severe winds of 60 gusting up to 100 km/h beginning this evening.
This is a warning that potentially hazardous winds are expected in these regions. Monitor weather conditions and listen for updated statements.
Post tropical storm Sandy has come ashore near Atlantic City in Southern New Jersey this evening and will continue to follow an unusual track northwest into Central Pennsylvania by Tuesday afternoon.
Over parts of Southern Ontario, north to northeast winds associated with this storm are intensifying as expected, with sustained winds of 60 km/h and gusts at times to 90 likely overnight into Tuesday morning. Winds may be even stronger in the Niagara and Sarnia regions, as well as over areas of higher terrain, where gusts over 100 km/h are possible.
Winds of this strength can break tree limbs and even knock over weak or shallow rooted trees. Some power outages are likely should any limbs or trees fall across power lines. There already have been reports of downed tree limbs and power outages in a few areas.
Motorists should exercise caution as very strong and gusty winds blowing across highways may result in very difficult driving conditions.
The winds will begin to ease below warning criteria by late Tuesday morning.
Special Weather Statements for Ontario
6:40 AM EDT Tuesday 30 October 2012 | Environment Canada | Link
Radar - Ontario
Satellite Image
Updated weather summary for all of Southern Ontario and the National Capital Region issued by Environment Canada
Very strong winds associated with post tropical storm Sandy have already been reported in a number of locales across Southern Ontario last night and early this morning. A wind warning for the Sarnia-Lambton region will likely be ended later this morning as Sandy weakens and winds slowly diminish.
There are quite a few power outages reported by hydro one, as well as reports of downed trees and tree limbs in the Toronto area early this morning.
The table below contains wind reports (80 km/h or more) received by Environment Canada as of 6.30 AM. Sustained winds of 70 to 80km/h were reported a number of times at Sarnia Airport last night.
Location Strongest wind reported Sarnia 78 km/h gusting to 100 km/h Ridgetown 80 km/h gust London Airport 80 km/h gust Kitchener 87 km/h gust Oshawa 87 km/h gust Toronto Island 91 km/h gust Toronto Pearson 80 km/h gust Burlington 94 km/h gust Port Weller 80 km/h gust Qew by Stoney Creek 75-80 gusting to 96 (measured by storm spotter at 12.15 AM) Point Petre 93 km/h gust Western island 106 km/h gust (in Georgian Bay)
This weather summary contains preliminary information and may not constitute an official or final report.
Special Weather Statements for Ontario
7:39 AM EST Monday 19 November 2012 | Environment Canada | Link
Special weather statement for:
Windsor - Essex - Chatham-Kent
Sarnia - Lambton
Elgin
London - Middlesex
Simcoe - Delhi - Norfolk
Dunnville - Caledonia - Haldimand
Oxford - Brant
City of Hamilton
Halton - Peel
York - Durham
Huron - Perth
Waterloo - Wellington
Dufferin - Innisfil
Grey - Bruce
Barrie - Orillia - Midland.
Dense fog patches early this morning.
Areas of fog are occurring across many portions of southwestern and southcentral Ontario. Fog may be locally dense at times reducing visibility to 200 metres or less. Motorists are urged to use extra caution.
Visibilities will improve as the fog lifts later this morning.
Waterloo Fog - November 19, 2012 7:50AM
City Declares Snow Event
December 26, 2012 | City of Kitchener | Link
Based on credible weather forecast information, the City of Kitchener has now declared an official snow event. Residents have until 12:01 a.m. Thursday, December 27, 2012 to remove their parked cars from city streets or risk receiving an $80 ticket and being towed at the owner's expense. The parking ban will remain in affect for 24 hours - until 12:01 a.m. Friday December 28.
Notification will be given in advance of that time as to whether or not the city will cancel the snow event or extend it for another 24 hours. That decision will be made based on weather conditions and credible forecasts.
Tag-and-Tow Bylaw:
To help city crews clear all streets of snow within 24 hours of the storm ending, under the city's "tag-and-tow" bylaw residents are prohibited from parking their cars on city streets at any time when a snow event has been declared by the city. Snow events are declared when the city anticipates a significant amount of snow to accumulate.
Residents should tune into local media for updates, or visit www.kitchener.ca to join the city's snow event email distribution list. Members of that email distribution list will receive a direct email when the city declares future snow events and when snow events are extended or declared over.
Residents who suspect their car has been towed should call 519-741-2330 to find out where their car has been relocated.
Enforcement of the Tag-and-Tow Bylaw:
During snow events, City of Kitchener bylaw enforcement staff will be asked to attend locations where parked vehicles are impeding snow-removal equipment from clearing the street. Enforcement staff will assess the situation and may ticket and tow some of the vehicles on the street to help the plows remove snow from that street.
Vehicles will not be ticketed and towed based on calls from the public.
Enforcement will only tow the number of vehicles necessary to allow the snow-removal equipment to do its job. It is possible that only a certain number of vehicles on a street will be removed, regardless of how many are actually present and in violation of the bylaw. In the event that some, but not all, vehicles are towed away, the remaining vehicles found in violation will be ticketed.
Vehicles will be ticketed and relocated to another area in close proximity when it is possible and practical to do so. Vehicles will be towed at the owners' expense.
Special Weather Statements for Ontario
6:13 AM EST Saturday 12 January 2013 | Environment Canada | Link
Special weather statement for:
City of Toronto
Windsor - Essex - Chatham-Kent
Sarnia - Lambton
Elgin
London - Middlesex
Simcoe - Delhi - Norfolk
Dunnville - Caledonia - Haldimand
Oxford - Brant
Niagara
City of Hamilton
Halton - Peel
York - Durham
Huron - Perth
Waterloo - Wellington
Dufferin - Innisfil
Grey - Bruce
Barrie - Orillia - Midland
Belleville - Quinte - Northumberland
Kingston - Prince Edward
Peterborough - Kawartha Lakes
Stirling - Tweed - South Frontenac
Bancroft - Bon Echo Park
Brockville - Leeds and Grenville
City of Ottawa
Gatineau
Prescott and Russell
Cornwall - Morrisburg
Smiths Falls - Lanark - Sharbot Lake
Parry Sound - Muskoka
Haliburton
Renfrew - Pembroke - Barry's Bay
Algonquin
Burk's Falls - Bayfield Inlet.
January thaw continues today.
Southerly flow is bringing a very mild and moist air mass from the Gulf of Mexico towards Southern Ontario.
Early this morning, these conditions are leading to dense fog patches. Visibilities may be reduced to near zero at times. Motorists are urged to exercise caution as sudden reductions to visibility will be possible.
Later today, we will get a taste of spring with temperatures rising to the double digits in many areas. These temperatures will be some 10 to 15 degrees above normal values across the entire district.In fact, afternoon temperatures in a few locales may actually reach the mid teens, especially in snow-free areas, making it feel much more like late April. As a result of the very mild temperatures, a number of new maximum temperature records may be set. Most if not all of the snow on the ground across Southern Ontario and in southern parts of Eastern Ontario will melt by late today.
This evening, dense fog patches and local low visibilities may redevelop over much of Southern Ontario ahead of another low pressure system which is expected to bring 10 to 20 mm of rain overnight and Sunday.
Colder air will arrive Sunday night bringing an end to the thaw.