Special Weather Statement: Hazardous Winter Conditions for Kenora, Grassy Narrows, and Whitedog
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Environment Canada warns of 5 to 15 cm of snow and wind gusts up to 80 km/h for the Kenora region starting tonight through Wednesday.
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- Record type
- Special Weather Statement
- Affected area
- Northwestern Ontario
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- ECCC
The warning type, named area, and issue time define this record. Confirm all three against the original agency notice before treating it as current.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Northwestern Ontario.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for hazardous winter conditions. The alert was issued by the agency on February 18, 2026, as an approaching weather system moves into the region.
Affected Areas
The alert specifically covers the regions of Kenora, Grassy Narrows, and Whitedog. Environment Canada notes that winds are most likely to reach their peak intensity along the Minnesota border.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised that roads and walkways may become difficult to navigate due to snow accumulation and reduced visibility. If you must travel, allow for extra time to reach your destination and be prepared for potential road closures. Residents are encouraged to monitor local forecasts and can report severe weather by emailing ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or using the hashtag #ONStorm on X.
Expected Conditions
The region is expected to see snowfall totals ranging from 5 to 15 cm. Strong winds gusting up to 80 km/h will likely cause blowing snow, which may suddenly reduce visibility to near zero at times.
Timeline
The hazardous conditions are expected to begin tonight and will continue through Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The current alert is effective through 8:12 PM local time.
Original source: ECCC Official Notice ↗
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