Special Weather Statement Issued for Midland, Coldwater, and Orr Lake: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Expected
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the Midland area, forecasting 10 to 15 cm of snow and wind gusts up to 70 km/h through Saturday morning.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the region. This alert is currently in effect and is expected to remain active until Saturday morning, March 14, 2026.
Affected Areas
The weather statement specifically covers the following geographic regions:
- Midland
- Coldwater
- Orr Lake
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for a combination of heavy snow and significant wind activity. The following conditions are forecast:
- Snowfall: Total accumulation of 10 to 15 cm.
- Wind: Strong westerly or northwesterly winds gusting between 50 and 70 km/h.
- Visibility: Low and occasional near-zero visibility due to falling snow and local blowing snow.
- Hazards: Slippery roads and sidewalks are expected. Isolated utility outages are possible as temperatures drop and winds intensify.
Timeline
The weather system is continuing through tonight, March 14. Stronger winds are expected to develop this evening or overnight as temperatures fall below freezing, potentially whipping freshly fallen snow into blowing snow. Conditions are expected to improve as winds ease when the system moves out of the province on Saturday morning.
What You Should Do
- Safety: Remember to take frequent breaks and avoid physical strain when clearing snow.
- Monitoring: Continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.
- Reporting: To report severe weather, residents can email ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using the hashtag #ONStorm.
Source: ECCC Official Notice