Couple weather warning continue for the area

A winter storm warning and a rainfall warning continue for Espanola.   

Environment Canada says total snowfall amounts of 30 to 50 cm are possible with near zero visibility in heavy snow and blowing snow.  

Strong winds with gusts of 70 to 80 km/h are possible and there’s a risk of ice pellets in some areas.

20-40 mm of rain is also possible.

The system is expected to continue through Monday night.  

At last check (7:20 am), Highway 17 is closed from Blind River to the Soo.

Highway 6 from Espanola to Little Current has reopened.

Richard Coffin
Richard Coffin
Richard Coffin has been a reporter and news anchor on the radio in North Bay for over 25 years. From premiers to people in the neighbourhood, he enjoys connecting with newsmakers and writing stories that matter to area listeners on a variety of topics including healthcare, education, politics, sports and more.

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