More snowfall in Montreal, mix of winter weather knocks power out for 15,000 in Eastern Townships
Posted December 11, 2023 9:06 am.
Last Updated December 11, 2023 11:54 am.
A cocktail of weather is expected Monday in Quebec, as rain changed to snow, causing power outages mainly in the Eastern Townships.
As of 8:30 a.m. Monday, just over 22,000 Hydro customers were without power across the province. More than 15,000 of those households are in the Townships, with the Memphrémagog area most affected.
Snow and rain downed power lines in the area. Hydro says power in the region should be restored by 11 a.m.
Snow coming down in Montreal
Monday morning brought rain that later turned to snowfall. Environment Canada says Montreal could see snow accumulation of 2-4 centimetres. Temperatures will remain mild at plus 1, with afternoon wind gusts between 20 and 40 km/hr. Low of -6 for Monday night and cloudy.
A mix of sun and cloud in the forecast for Tuesday and a wind chill of -12 in the morning. A 30 percent chance of rain showers or flurries in the afternoon with a high of 3 degrees.
Wednesday and Thursday both looking to be sunny and clear, but a little cooler with temperatures at -2 and -3.
