Parts of Ontario could see as much as 60 cm of snow to start new year [Video]

Some areas of Ontario are forecasted to see up to 60 cm of snow as Environment Canada has issued snow squall warnings for a portion of the province on Thursday.

Snow squall warnings are in effect for a chunk of cottage country including Bracebridge, Owen Sound and Kawartha Lakes. The warning also covers Barrie, Orillia and Peterborough to Bellville areas.

Environment Canada’s warning snows the stretch from Barrie to Tobermory could see up to 60 cm of snow as lake effect snow squalls are expected on Thursday into Friday morning.

“Northwest winds gusting up to 60 km/h can result in blowing snow and significantly reduced visibility at times,” the weather agency said.

“Visibility will be suddenly reduced to near zero at times in heavy snow and blowing snow. Rapidly accumulating snow will make travel difficult.”

Other areas under the snow squall warning will see anywhere from 25 cm to 40 …