Ontario weather: Significant snowfall expected in GTA, areas north of Toronto [Video]

Holiday travellers and commuters could be in for a messy drive on Monday morning as a significant round of snowfall moves into the region. Here are live updates on the situation in Toronto.

8:30 a.m.

OPP Sgt. Kerry Schmidt said highways around the GTA are dry and bare now but the radar shows that “something is on its way” later today. 

“It can change quickly,” Schmidt said of road conditions.

“The first time people realize that roads are slippery is when they are hitting the brakes… Give yourself a little extra following distance,” he said.

“You want to be able to adjust your driving accordingly.”

7 a.m.

Pearson International Airport said staff are preparing for the snowfall on what is typically one of the busiest travel days of the year. An estimated 127,000 travellers are expected to pass through all terminals today.

“Our surface maintenance team is prepared to clear the runways by plowing, sweeping, and blowing snow to ensure safe arrivals and …