Freezing Rain Warning and Rainfall Warning for Parry Sound

There is a freezing rain warning and rainfall warning in effect for the Town of Parry Sound and surrounding area.

Freezing rain is expected to begin late this morning or early this afternoon and last a few hours before changing to rain.

Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots will become icy, slippery and hazardous. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions.

Freezing rain warnings are issued when rain falling in sub-zero temperatures creates ice build-up and icy surfaces.

Although freezing rain is possible this morning, it should change to rain as temperatures rise above zero near noon. The rain is expected to persist until Saturday morning and may fall heavily at times.

Rainfall amounts of 25 to 40 mm are likely.

Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible. Don’t approach washouts near rivers, creeks and culverts.

Rainfall warnings are issued when significant rainfall is expected.