The storm warning was lifted late Wednesday, but the respite could be short-lived.
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While more than thirty centimeters of snow has fallen in the Quebec region, according to the measuring points, another significant snowfall is on the horizon.
According to current forecasts, between 15 and 20 centimeters of fresh snow could fall on Saturday. In the longer term, snowfall is also expected next Tuesday.
According to Environment Canada, between 15 and 20 centimeters of snow fell in Montreal shortly before 6 p.m. on Wednesday, while just over 30 fell in Trois-Rivières. In Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, precipitation varies between 20 and 30 centimeters of snow. In several places the snowfall had not yet completely stopped.
The storm surge warning was also lifted in the capital on Wednesday evening. Such a warning is issued when water levels pose a threat to coastal areas.
Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Meteorological Service of Canada had jointly warned of the risk of flooding in the Quebec region.
Late in the afternoon, the St. Lawrence River overflowed its banks again slightly in the Dalhousie sector. A road closure was necessary near the river station.
This phenomenon occurs several times a year in Quebec.
FORBIDDEN PARKING
Cloudy weather is expected on Thursday, with the temperature dropping to -6°C in the afternoon.
In Quebec, snow removal or maintenance work on public streets and sidewalks is planned for next night in all districts of the city.
There is a parking ban in accordance with the usual requirements. Parking is prohibited on streets with flashing orange lights from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
The city calls on citizens to cooperate. Snow removal vehicles must be able to move freely on the roads in order to clear them efficiently.
To find out where a vehicle can be towed, owners can consult Info-Remorquage on the city's website or call 311.
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