The Winter Impact outlines various levels of winter weather conditions, ranging from minor inconveniences to extreme impacts
that may cause hazardous driving conditions and widespread disruptions. It emphasizes the importance of caution and advises
avoiding travel during severe conditions to ensure safety. It covers 5 possible winter impacts:
Winter Weather Area: Expect winter weather.
Advisory: Anticipate winter driving conditions. Please drive carefully to ensure your safety and the safety of others on the road.
Minor Impacts: Expect a few inconveniences to daily life.
Details: While conditions are manageable, winter driving may present some challenges. Use caution while driving, and stay alert for changing conditions.
Moderate Impacts: Expect disruptions to daily life.
Details: Hazardous driving conditions are likely, requiring extra caution behind the wheel. Be prepared for potential closures and disruptions to infrastructure, which may affect your daily routine.
Major Impacts: Expect considerable disruptions to daily life.
Details: Dangerous or impossible driving conditions are expected. It is advised to avoid travel if possible. Anticipate widespread closures and significant disruptions to infrastructure that may impact essential services and daily activities.
Extreme Impacts: Expect substantial disruptions to daily life.
Details: Conditions will be extremely dangerous or impossible for travel. It is strongly advised to refrain from traveling during this time. Extensive closures and disruptions to infrastructure are likely, which may require life-saving actions. Prioritize safety and stay informed on emergency updates.