Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement warning of “damaging” winds on Sunday for Waterloo region, Guelph and Wellington County.
The agency says that gusts of up to 90 to 110 km/h will arrive in the afternoon after a cold front passes through the area.
The winds are expected to slowly dissipate through Monday morning.
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The winds could also bring snow to the area with Environment Canada saying some parts could see 2-5 cm by Monday morning.
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Environment Canada warns that buildings could be damaged by the winds and that power outages are also a possibility.
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The winds combined with the blowing snow may make visibility an issue for travelers.
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In addition, the northern portion of Wellington could also see freezing rain on Saturday night.
Environment Canada says that highways, roads, walkways and parking lots could be slippery as a result.
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