The Toronto Pearson Airport has warned of possible flight delays as a winter storm hits Ontario.
“If you’re travelling or picking up today, please check your flight status on our website or with your airline before leaving for the airport. Delays are possible as our ground crews work hard in these challenging conditions to ensure the safety of all passengers,” the airport said in a
statement on Jan. 25.
As of around 6 p.m. EST, the Pearson Airport’s
website shows dozens of flights being cancelled or delayed.
Some airlines, including
Air Canada and
Sunwing, have issued warnings of flight disruptions between Ontario and Quebec ahead of the snowstorm, affecting passengers travelling to and from Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal.
Environment Canada has issued snowfall warnings for southern and eastern regions of Ontario, possibly up to 20 centimetres in some areas.
“A Texas low will bring snow to the area beginning this afternoon. Snow will taper off to flurries Thursday morning,” said the federal weather agency in a statement on Jan. 25.
“Prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions.”
Motorists are advised to allow extra time to reach their destinations as Environment Canada said “there will be a significant impact” on rush-hour traffic in urban areas.
Snow accumulation could reach between 15 to 20 centimetres in major cities including
Toronto,
Ottawa, and
Hamilton. Some local snowfall could see higher amounts, with the possibility of causing isolated power outages, the agency said.
Public Safety Canada also encouraged residents to make an emergency plan and get an emergency kit with drinking water, food, medicine, a first-aid kit, and a flashlight.
Toronto Hydro has issued
a statement warning customers to brace for possible power outages.
