We have been seeing quite a bit of snow this afternoon and we are still under the snow squall watch . Please stay off the roads unless it’s absolutely necessary. The plows and salters are out but there still multiple accidents occurring. ❄️❄️❄️ #WinterSafeSTC

1/3- Winter control update (5 p.m.): Environment Canada upgraded its snow squall warning to warn up the potential for up to 25 cm. Crews continue efforts across the City, but based on the Environment Canada forecast, City officials have declared a significant weather event.

Snow is on the way and City crews are ready to respond – keeping an eye on the forecast as it evolves. While there is still some uncertainty in what we will get here in St. Catharines, here are a few important notes as we get closer to the weekend!

St. Catharines, another winter control update thread. Please take some time to read through for important info: As of noon today (Dec. 23), a full complement of vehicles remain out on City roads addressing the storm. All City facilities closed at noon & activities were cancelled.

⚠ City facilities are currently closed due to the weather. To report unsafe conditions, downed trees and other roads and sewer issues, call 905.688.5600. Power outages are to be reported to Alectra Utilities at 905.684.8111. Please avoid travel today if you can due to the storm,

St. Catharines, we have another storm thread for you... Hope you are staying safe and warm. As of 4:30 p.m., here are some updates from the City as the winter storm continues. You can find all of the details in our news release - stcatharines.ca/en/news/city-f… - but here's a recap...

Good morning STC here's a storm update thread for this blustery Saturday... While the blizzard warning is over, Environment Canada issued a winter weather travel advisory warning of strong wind (70-80 km/h) & potential for sudden loss of visibility due to flurries & blowing snow

We’re appealing to everyone to stay home and stay safe today. Weather conditions in many areas of #Niagara remain blizzard like. Going out could put you in JEOPARDY and PERIL as emergency first responders may not be able to respond to calls. #ONStorm bit.ly/3WDe9EF

Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, Niagara Region declared a State of Emergency due the continuing blizzard-like conditions in the southern end of Niagara. Read more: bit.ly/3vgFRe1

ATTENTION MEDIA- Stop calling SCFS Emergency Communications Centre for info - they are busy with the fire. Chief Upper will give an official media statement at the Kiwanis Aquatic Centre at 8:30. Keep an eye on our Twitter for updates.

Residents in the area of the ongoing fire at a chemical facility near Seaway Haulage Road and Keefer Road in St. Catharines are being asked to shelter in place due to the presence of toxic smoke. Read the full release 👉 bit.ly/3vUHlLw

Attention all residents evacuated earlier because of the fire on Keefer Road can return to their residences. The shelter in place order to surrounding areas is also lifted

Notice RE Keefer Road fire scene: Remediation efforts are underway. ⛔️ Stay away from water in culverts and ditches or tributaries in the area as there may be remaining contaminants from the water runoff from suppression efforts. ‼️ Stay clear of the active investigation scene.

⛔️ Due to inclement weather all City facilities are closed and programming is canceled until further notice on Feb. 23. ✅ Citizens First will be open during regular business hours at 905.688.5600 or [email protected] 👉 Watch City social media channels for updates

Cancellation: Due to school closures, tonight's open house for the proposed 142 Queenston St. (former St. Catharines General Hospital site) development at Collegiate has been cancelled. The meeting will be rescheduled. Watch for details on our website and social media channels.

The City will host a community meeting regarding the Jan. 12 fire at 20 Keefer Rd. on March 8. Community members will be able to attend in person, or watch online via the City’s YouTube page, on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Grantham Lions Club. Learn more: stcatharines.ca/en/news/city-t…

Mark this one on your calendar! A look at the revitalization ahead for the GO station area in St. Catharines.

Happy Pride ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 #TeamSTC, in partnership with Mayor Mayor Mat Siscoe 🇨🇦, helped kick off the 2023 Pride Niagara Festival with support of the 2SLGBTQ+ community through a $5,000 donation to for events hosted in St. Catharines.

Due to the exceptionally dry conditions and air quality issues that we are currently dealing with, St. Catharines Fire Services Dave Upper has issued a total ban on open air burning.

Mayor Siscoe was joined this morning by Minister Calandra and MPP Oosterhoff to announce an influx of $2,355,390 from the province to keep up the City’s home-building momentum. 🔴 Watch now: youtu.be/Im-XALSjcq4 📰 Read more about the announcement 👉 bit.ly/43btHDA