Environment Canada has issued a Yellow-level snowfall warning for Smiths Falls, Ontario, for January 26, 2026, forecasting 10–15 centimetres of heavy, wet snow. The weather agency says the heaviest snow is expected during the morning commute and will likely make travel difficult for many residents.
Northeasterly wind gusts up to 50 kilometres per hour are also expected, which could lead to blowing snow and periods of very low visibility. The Town of Smiths Falls Public Works department says crews have been out since about 3:00 a.m. clearing main routes, and it is asking residents to keep parked cars off the streets so plows and graders can operate efficiently.
The heavy, wet nature of the snow increases the risk of fallen branches and downed power lines, raising the possibility of localized outages. Parks Canada and the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority are warning the public to stay off the Rideau Canal ice — rapid snow accumulation can hide thin ice or open water near the locks and make conditions especially dangerous.
Environment Canada expects the peak snowfall to taper by about 11:00 a.m., but drivers should still anticipate slower traffic and hazardous conditions on Highway 15 and Highway 43 until the storm passes and crews can complete clearing operations.
