Hot News: City of Toronto under snowfall warning

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TORONTO - Commuters and motorists are being advised to expect significant delays on the roads and highways as a snow system moves its way through the Greater Toronto Area Thursday morning.

Many parts of southern Ontario, including the Toronto area, are under a snowfall advisory with accumulations of up to 10 centimetres in some regions.

Kingston to the Ottawa area and also the Niagara region can expect up to 15 cm.

Snowfall warnings are in place for Georgian Bay to the Algonquin and North Bay areas.

The weather office says gusty northerly winds moving in with the system could reduce visibility.

Motorists are being reminded to use caution on the roads and to keep a safe distance between vehicles.

Visibility is reduced during a snow storm. Drivers please look out for pedestrians and cyclists during the morning commute.

- TO Winter Operations (@TO_WinterOps) December 11, 2014

Forecast for snow beginning overnight, give yourself extra time tomorrow and drive according to the road and weather conditions. Thanks

- Ontario Prov Police (@OPP_GTATraffic) December 11, 2014

Meanwhile, air travelers are being told to check their flight status prior to heading to the airport.

Snow today on the eastern seaboard. Pls check your flights. Overnight tonight we'll have airfield crews working to clear snow. #safetyfirst

- Toronto Pearson (@TorontoPearson) December 10, 2014

Porter Airlines issued an advisory to passengers to expect flight cancellations and delays due to 'unfavorable weather' which will impact operations. Want your weather on the go? Download Global News' Skytracker weather apps for iPhone, iPad and Android



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