Snowfall warning issued for the Lakeland area

A snowfall warning is in effect for the Lakeland region with heavy snow expected throughout the day.

According to Environment Canada, snowfall will begin early Thursday morning and become heavy at times before ending in the evening. The Lakeland area is expected to receive between 10 to 20 centimetres of snow.

“Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways, and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. There may be a significant impact on rush hour traffic in urban areas,” reads the weather alert issued on March 12.

Drivers are urged to adjust to changing road conditions and exercise caution while traveling.

Environment Canada urges residents to monitor forecasts and alerts.

Kiyah Smyl
Kiyah Smyl
Kiyah has been working as a Drive Home Host and News Reporter for Vista Radio at The Ranch and My Lakeland Now, since October 2023. Born and raised in St. Paul, she graduated high school in 2021 and went on to complete the RTBN program at SAIT, graduating in 2023. Known for being a chatterbox by her family and friends, Kiyah found the perfect fit in radio and news. In her free time, she enjoys the outdoors, fishing in both summer and winter, listening to country music, and passionately cheering for her favorite hockey team, the Vancouver Canucks.
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