Widespread Bus Cancellations as Snowstorm Hits Waterloo Region
So, here’s what’s happening across Waterloo Region this Friday morning — and honestly, it’s one of those winter days where everything feels like it’s been turned upside down. A major multi-day storm has rolled in and completely taken over the region, and because of that, school buses across Waterloo Region have been cancelled. In some places, as much as 25 centimetres of snow has already been blown in, and more is still on the way. It’s the kind of weather that forces everyone to slow down, whether they want to or not.
What makes this storm especially disruptive is the combination of heavy snowfall and extremely strong winds. Gusts reaching up to 70 kilometres per hour have been battering the area, and visibility has been reduced to almost nothing at times. It’s been described as a long-duration event, with snow squalls expected to continue well into Saturday morning. Because of these conditions, snow events have been officially declared in cities across the region, including Kitchener, meaning vehicles must be removed from the streets for plowing to keep things as safe as possible.
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With conditions this severe, school bus routes simply couldn’t operate safely. Many parents woke up to alerts that buses were cancelled, and families have had to make last-minute adjustments. Students who rely on those morning rides are either staying home or finding alternate ways to get to school — assuming their schools remain open at all. The cancellations also ripple out to teachers, support staff, and anyone else who depends on those routes running smoothly.
Beyond the school disruptions, the storm has also had a major impact on roads and highways. Drivers have been dealing with icy surfaces, whiteout conditions, and vehicles sliding into ditches. A portion of Highway 401 near Drumbo has even been fully closed in the eastbound direction because the ice made it impossible to keep traffic moving safely. Police have been urging drivers to slow down, take their time, and avoid unnecessary travel if possible.
This storm is only partway through, and it’s already one of the heaviest snowfalls the region has experienced this season. People are being asked to check weather alerts frequently, stay informed, and make safety the top priority. As the system continues into Saturday, more cancellations, delays, and updates are expected.
For now, the message is simple: stay indoors if you can, stay patient if you can’t, and be prepared for conditions to change quickly. Winter has definitely made its presence known — and it’s not finished yet.
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