Winter weather advisory today from Pickering to Clarington

Winter weather travel advisory in effect for today.

After a brief break this morning, snow is forecast to redevelop early this afternoon.

Additional snowfall amounts of 4 to 8 cm are expected by the time the snow comes to an end near midnight.

Visibility may be reduced at times due to the moderate snow and local blowing snow, particularly over open areas.

Motorists are advised to exercise caution.

Prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions. Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas. Slow down driving in slippery conditions. Watch for taillights ahead and maintain a safe following distance.

For road conditions and other traveller information from the Ministry of Transportation, visit https://www.ontario.ca/511, https://www.twitter.com/511Ontario, or call 5-1-1.