Where to go if you’re stranded on the road by the squalls
Drivers stranded along Highway 26 in Clearview Township, Friday February 3rd, 2023 (Christian D'Avino / CTV News)
If you are stranded on the roads on the west side of Simcoe County by the snow squalls, this is where you can go.
Stayner - Stayner Community Centre at 269 Regina Street.
Wasaga Beach – Wasaga Beach Recreation Hall beside the arena at 425 River Road West.
Elmvale -- Elmvale Community Centre at 14 George Street.
According to the OPP, the facilities will be open overnight from Friday evening to Saturday morning. Facilities include washrooms, food and rest areas.
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