Hazardous conditions expected in some parts of Canada with weather warnings in effect

Intense ribbons of snow expected in parts of Ont. CTV's Kelsey McEwen says squalls off the Great Lakes will bring intense ribbons of snow and add to what's already accumulated in Ontario.

Hazardous conditions are expected in some parts of Canada this week.

Snowfall, wind, freezing rain and winter storm weather warnings have been issued for Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario and Quebec on Monday.

In southeastern Labrador, a winter storm warning is in effect, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC).

Heavy snowfall with strong winds and blowing snow are projected over some areas from morning until overnight.

Those living inland and in higher elevations may see snowfall of up to 35 centimetres.

Parts of the coast are expected to experience wind gusts of up to 130 kilometres per hour.

"Conditions will deteriorate quickly as accumulating snow occurs in conjunction with strengthening winds," ECCC wrote on its website. "Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve."

In the southern Labrador region, from Red Bay to L'Anse-au-Clair, snowfall and wind warnings are in effect Monday morning and expected to last until the evening or overnight.

Some areas are expected to see snowfall of up to 20 cm, especially in higher elevations where it will be the coldest.

Moreover, the region is expected or is currently experiencing strong winds that may cause damage starting this evening until overnight, according to ECCC. Wind gusts may reach up to 80 km/h.

In Moncton and southeast New Brunswick, a special weather statement is in effect, with heavy rain and strong winds projected Wednesday into Thursday. Rainfall will likely surpass 25 millimetres in many areas and maximum wind gusts will reach 70 km/h.

Freezing rain and drizzle

An approaching low-pressure system will bring a mixture of freezing rain and freezing drizzle to some parts of southern Ontario. In some areas of Ottawa, a special weather statement is in effect with freezing rain and freezing drizzle lasting from Monday evening through Tuesday morning. South of Ottawa, precipitation is projected to last Monday evening through Tuesday morning.

Some areas off Lake Superior north of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., have a winter weather travel advisory in effect through Monday night. Snow will be heavy at times through the day but will taper off in the evening, reaching up to 15 cm.

A winter weather travel advisory is in effect until Monday  night southwest of Timmins, Ont. Snow will be heavy at times, with up to 10 cm expected.

In the Greater Toronto Area, the Durham region has a freezing rain warning in effect.

Quebec forecasts

Quebec won't be spared from hazardous conditions in the middle of the week. A major weather system is expected over Quebec overnight Wednesday, bringing significant rainfall and temperatures above freezing. Many places in the province have a special weather statement in effect, including the Montreal area. Strong winds are expected at times in the area and temperatures are expected to drop rapidly on Thursday morning.

"You should consider the possibility of advancing or delaying any non-essential travel plans you may have during this period," ECCC wrote.

"Ponding of water is likely to occur on roads and in low-lying areas," according to ECCC. "A significant rise in the flow and level of certain bodies of water is expected."

Meanwhile, blowing snow with strong winds will make visibility poor Monday morning on Dempster Highway in the Yukon. Parts of B.C. also have fog advisories in place, making travel hazardous.