Environment Canada warns of freezing rain across western Quebec this weekend, with up to 10 mm of precipitation and hazardous travel conditions expected.
Freezing Rain Warning for Western Quebec This Weekend
Weather Alert Issued Ahead of Weekend System
Environment Canada has issued a freezing rain warning for communities across western Quebec as a weekend weather system moves into the region. The alert was released early Saturday in response to incoming precipitation expected to turn icy as temperatures remain below freezing.
Icy Conditions Expected Through Early Sunday
Forecasters predict between five and 10 millimetres of precipitation from Saturday morning until early Sunday. With surface temperatures sitting below 0°C, the moisture is expected to freeze on contact, creating hazardous layers of ice on roads, sidewalks and exposed surfaces.
Risk for Travel Disruptions Across Affected Areas
Authorities say residents should prepare for slippery conditions throughout the weekend. “Pavement, sidewalks and surfaces will become icy and slippery,” Environment Canada noted in its advisory, cautioning that travel could become “locally difficult” as the system intensifies.
Warning Zones Stretch Across Ontario Border Region
The freezing rain warning covers a broad stretch of western Quebec along the Ontario border. The advisory extends north toward areas near Rémigny and reaches eastward to Montebello, encompassing both rural communities and key travel corridors.
Officials Urge Caution as Ice Accumulation Looms
Environment Canada is urging drivers and pedestrians to take precautions, recommending reduced speeds and allowing extra time for travel. Crews are expected to treat major routes as conditions deteriorate, but the agency warns that localized ice buildup may still pose risks.
How Residents Can Prepare for the Weather Shift
Authorities advise residents to monitor updated forecasts, secure outdoor items that may freeze, and plan for potential delays. The weather system is expected to move out by early Sunday, but cold temperatures could leave lingering patches of ice into the following day.
