Environment Canada Issues Special Weather Statement for Freezing Rain This Week

Environment Canada issued a special weather statement on March 9 for the potential of significant freezing rain this week.

Prolonged periods of freezing rain, possibly up to 24 hours for some areas of eastern Ontario, is expected to begin Tuesday night or Wednesday morning. Ice build up of 10-20 mm is possible and will continue through Wednesday or Wednesday night.

A series of low-pressure systems will lead to significant freezing rain across parts of central and eastern Ontario. Ice build up is likely to cause tree branches to break. Widespread utility outages are possible. Freezing rain may fall heavily at times. In this case, the precipitation may not freeze immediately, which may lead to localized flooding in low lying areas. Freezing rain warnings are likely to be issued as the event draws nearer.

A freezing rain warning is likely to be issued as the event draws nearer.

To report severe weather, email ONstorm@ec.gc.ca.