Safe Winter Driving
By: Hope Zoumbra
As winter approaches in Canada it is known that snowy and icy conditions can make driving more challenging, and it’s important to take extra precautions to stay safe on the road. While installing winter tires and maintaining a safe following distance are common steps, there are other vital tips that can help driv
ers avoid accidents. The CAA released some precautionary tips: for instance, even the most experienced drivers can skid especially when doing panic braking to avoid something. To decrease the risk, slow down, allow extra time for travel, and proceed with caution when braking, turning, and on curves. It is also worth keeping an emergency kit in your vehicle. Simple things like gloves, hats, a blanket, first-aid kits, booster cables, and a flashlight don't have to cost much yet can really make a big difference in case of an emergency. It is also very important to light up your way with your headlights when the visibility is low it will not only illuminate the road ahead but will also make your vehicle visible to others. Since automatic lighting is now a requirement for new cars, manually switch on your lights if your car does not have this feature. Follow these simple yet very important tips to ensure your winter drives are safe and manageable, come what may be thrown at you by the weather Make sure to stay safe and keep others safe as well.
Snow is Coming
By: Ghazal Fatima
What’s the prediction for Toronto this week? The city is expected to experience a mix of winter weather, with some snow and cold temperatures. Toronto is likely to see light snow and freezing rain the coming Monday, with temperatures around -5°C to -10°C. While snowfall won’t be as heavy as in other parts of Ontario, travelers should still expect slippery roads and poor visibility at times.
Across Canada, many regions are experiencing a variety of winter conditions this week. In Alberta, including Calgary, 10 centimeters of snow is expected on Monday. The snow will be heavy at first but will ease during the day, potentially causing problems for rush hour traffic in urban areas. This snowfall will help replenish the dry conditions in Alberta this fall.
Meanwhile, in British Columbia, strong winds will affect the central coast from Tuesday through Wednesday morning. Vancouver Island will also see a low-pressure system bringing heavy rain and even stronger winds. These conditions could make travel difficult, especially for drivers.
A winter storm is hitting eastern Saskatchewan and western Manitoba, bringing a mix of freezing rain and heavy snow. Between 15 and 30 centimeters of snow is expected from Monday through Wednesday, with winds reaching up to 80 km/h. Areas like Cumberland House and Hanson Lake Road are predicted to see the heaviest snow, making driving very hazardous.
From Toronto to the West Coast, Canadians are facing a week of winter storms, snow, and strong winds. It’s important to stay informed and be prepared for slippery roads and tough travel conditions.
Getting Ready for Outdoor Christmas Events!
By Alejandra Jimenez
Various outdoor Christmas activities to do with family and friends are available for everyone: the Santa Claus Parade, the Toronto Christmas Market, and the famous Drop-in outdoor Skating throughout the GTA. You can find more information about it in this article.
Snow Falls in Unusual Places
By: Folashade Adetuyi
(Amarillo Globe - News) 2 centimeter of Snow in Amarillo, Texas.
While we wait for our taste of snow, places across the border in United States like Clayton and Alberqueue, New Mexico have already had their blast of winter. Two weeks ago they had 53 centimeters of snow. In Texas places like Amarillo and Lubbock are having a rare and early flurries bringing 5 centimeter of snow. Also parts of California are experiencing early snowfalls, particularly in the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
Environment Canada shows snowfall warnings in Alberta and Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan, Northern Alberta, Calgary, and B.C are under heavy snowfall warnings today. They are expecting up to 25 cm of snow. While areas like Quebec and Ontario are expected to get snowfall later on. Vancouver and Southern British Columbia remain unusually warm for this time of year and shows no sign of winter. The reason as to why Canada is not experiencing snow in some of it provinces is due to warmer-than-usual conditions in those areas, brought partially by atmospheric conditions such as EL Nino. Such weather has made for milder temperatures throughout the western provinces.
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