Residents in Deep River, Ontario, are facing a day of extreme cold and incoming snow that could make travel difficult. On February 13, 2026, temperatures dropped to -21.3°C at Garrison Petawawa, with wind chills making it feel as cold as -28°C.
According to Environment Canada, the morning wind chill creates a direct risk of frostbite for anyone spending time outside. While the morning started with sun, clouds are expected to move in around noon, bringing periods of snow and a risk of freezing drizzle later this evening.
This weather arrives just days after a major storm on February 10, 2026, which led the Renfrew County Joint Transportation Consortium to cancel all school buses. To help with snow removal, the Town of Deep River reminds residents that parking is not allowed on Champlain Street between 3:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.
The Town of Deep River Public Works department is monitoring conditions to manage snow clearing on local roads. Residents should expect potential travel delays and icy surfaces on major routes like Highway 17 and Champlain Street.
