Environment Canada issued a blowing snow advisory for Waterloo, Ontario, on March 17, 2026, as hazardous travel conditions impacted the morning commute. The weather agency warns that strong winds and snow are creating near-zero visibility, making it dangerous for people to be on the roads.
The advisory is the result of westerly winds gusting up to 70 km/h combined with lake-effect snow. These conditions are expected to remain a concern throughout the morning hours across the Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo area.
The Ontario Provincial Police reported that roads across the region are severely icy this morning. Drivers are being encouraged to postpone any travel that is not necessary until wind speeds decrease and visibility starts to improve later in the day.
Local officials from the Region of Waterloo are continuing to monitor the weather and manage road maintenance. Residents who must drive are reminded to slow down and stay alert for changing conditions.
