Winter travel advisory issued for Hamilton area with up to 6 cm of snow expected Sunday

Environment Canada has issued a winter weather travel advisory for Hamilton and the surrounding area as the first snowfall of the season continues to blanket the region.

Another three to six centimetres is expected to fall by Sunday evening, according to the weather authority.

It's warning drivers in Hamilton, Haldimand County, Brant County and Burlington to use caution as untreated roads could be icy and slippery. If people on the road run into reduced visibility they're advised to turn on their lights and keep a safe distance between their vehicle and others.