Environment Canada Statement
3:31 PM EST Thursday 19 January 2023
Freezing rain warning in effect for:
- Guelph – Erin – Southern Wellington County
- Mount Forest – Arthur – Northern Wellington County
Freezing precipitation continues.
Hazards:
Freezing rain tapering to freezing drizzle.
Timing:
Ending Friday morning.
Discussion:
Freezing drizzle is expected to continue tonight as temperatures hover just below zero. Additional ice accretion is not expected to be significant. However, black ice is possible, making travel hazardous. Freezing drizzle will transition to light flurries Friday morning.
Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become icy and slippery. Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas. Slow down driving in slippery conditions. Watch for taillights ahead and maintain a safe following distance.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports
