Residents of Smiths Falls, Ontario, are being told to prepare for a significant winter storm as Environment Canada predicts between 15 and 30 centimetres of snow will fall between Monday afternoon, January 26, 2026, and Tuesday morning. The storm is expected to bring heavy snowfall at rates of up to five centimetres per hour, which will make driving and walking very difficult across the community.
Local officials are asking people to avoid any travel that is not essential to give snowplows enough space to clear the main roads and emergency routes. High winds are expected to blow the snow around, which could make it almost impossible to see while driving, and Ontario 511 is providing regular updates on the state of provincial highways for those who must be out.
The town has activated its safety plans, and residents can find tips on how to stay ready through the Town of Smiths Falls Emergency Preparedness page. For those who need a warm place to stay, the Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre is available, and the Royal Canadian Legion has historically served as a backup warming centre during extreme weather.
If you need to report an urgent issue with local roads or water services after regular business hours, you can call 613-284-1430. For police matters that are not an emergency, call the Smiths Falls Police Service at 613-283-0357, but always call 911 if there is an immediate danger to life or safety.
