Freezing rain warning in effect through this afternoon: Environment ...
WEATHER ALERT ENVIRONMENT CANADA ************************* Freezing Rain Warning in effect for:
- aughan - Richmond Hill - Markham
A brief period of freezing rain is expected.
Hazard: Freezing rain leading to ice build-up on some surfaces.
Timing: This morning.
Discussion: A low pressure system is approaching southern Ontario and will bring a mixture of precipitation to the area. Precipitation is expected to begin as freezing rain or rain this morning. The freezing rain is expected to transition to rain or drizzle near midday as temperatures rise above the freezing mark.
Areas near Lake Ontario are expected to receive mostly rain through this event. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become icy and slippery. Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas. Freezing rain warnings are issued when rain falling in sub-zero temperatures creates ice build-up and icy surfaces.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #ONStorm.
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