Significant Blizzard Takes Aim at Saskatchewan Starting Saturday With Up 40cm of Snow Possible
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As Saskatchewan welcomes the start of Meteorological Spring, it braces for a significant winter storm, promising a dramatic shift in weather conditions this weekend. Starting Saturday morning, the system will sweep across Southern Alberta and into Saskatchewan, intensifying as it spreads to Southern Manitoba by the afternoon.
This significant storm is forecasted to blanket Southern Saskatchewan with 20-30cm of snow by Monday night, with isolated areas potentially approaching 30-40cm.
The storm's journey through Saskatchewan will begin on Saturday afternoon as snow advances from the south. Unlike in Alberta, where moderate to heavy snow is expected to fall primarily on Saturday afternoon and evening, Saskatchewan will face a broader and more intense snowfall.
Much of the central portion of the province is predicted to receive 20-30cm of snow, but two key areas could see accumulations exceeding 30cm. One such area surrounds Saskatoon, extending to North Battleford and Watrous, while another lies along the Manitoba border in the southwest, including Yorkton and Moosomin.
Lasting 6-12 hours and coupled with wind gusts reaching up to 80 km/h, this heavy snowfall may lead to blizzard conditions across vast swaths of the province from Saturday afternoon until late Sunday.
As the storm intensifies overnight and continues its eastward trajectory, the threat of severe weather conditions heightens. Saskatchewan residents should prepare for significant snowfall and potential blizzard conditions, which could disrupt travel and outdoor activities.
The combination of heavy snow and strong winds will likely result in reduced visibility and challenging driving conditions across the affected regions.
