The Big Chill: Weather Whiplash Hits the GTA

❄️Temperatures in the GTA quickly plummet from a record high to below freezing in just a couple of hours.

💨Powerful wind gusts reaching nearly 80 km/h cause scattered power outages across the city.

🌨️Snow and ice pellets are expected to impact the evening commute and create slippery road conditions.

🚗Drivers are urged to adjust their driving to match the road conditions and drive slowly for safety.

🌡️The cold weather is expected to be short-lived, with warmer temperatures forecasted for the weekend.

What caused the sudden drop in temperatures in the GTA?

—A cold front brought by the weather system caused the rapid temperature drop in the GTA.

Are there any power outages reported?

—Yes, scattered power outages have been reported across the city due to the powerful wind gusts.

Is there any snow expected in the evening?

—Yes, snow and ice pellets are expected to impact the evening commute, creating slippery road conditions.

What precautions should drivers take in these conditions?

—Drivers should adjust their driving to match the road conditions, drive slowly, and ensure their vehicles are prepared for winter driving.

Will the cold weather continue?

—No, the cold weather is expected to be short-lived, with warmer temperatures forecasted for the weekend.

00:11Temperatures in the GTA drop dramatically in just a couple of hours.

00:27Powerful wind gusts reaching nearly 80 km/h cause scattered power outages.

02:29Snow and ice pellets are expected to impact the evening commute.

02:33Drivers are urged to adjust their driving to match the road conditions.

03:10The cold weather is expected to be short-lived, with warmer temperatures forecasted for the weekend.