A broad winter system is delivering widespread snow with several areas seeing 10 cm to 18 cm overnight. The heaviest totals are in Fairbanks (18.4 cm) and similar 10–15 cm ranges stretch across many regions, with Ontario’s Deer Lake at 11.9 cm and winds around 31 km/h; expect slick roads and slower bus runs in these zones. A few locations show stronger gusts (Carmanville 62 km/h, Washburn 54 km/h) which can cause drifting and reduced visibility, amplifying travel disruption. Overall, plan for a cautious morning commute, with potential school delays or closures in the hardest-hit spots where snow totals approach or exceed 15 cm and wind adds blowing snow. Stay with local updates for any bus cancellations in the north and rural districts.
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