Montreal’s downtown skating rink reopens this winter, but before it does, there will be plenty of folks trying to catch their balance on slippery city streets.
Things are expected to get slick and icy this Friday. As a result, Environment Canada has issued a freezing rain warning for the following areas in southern Quebec:
- Châteauguay – La Prairie area
- Laval area
- Longueuil – Varennes area
- Montréal Island area
In Montreal, a few hours of freezing rain are expected Friday morning during rush hour. Environment Canada forecasts ice accretion ranging from one to two millimetres.
“Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become icy and slippery,” says the alert. “Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas. 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.
The slippery conditions are a result of freezing temperatures creating ice buildup on roads and walkways. The government agency recommends taking extra precautions when walking or driving in affected areas.
To monitor additional alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada you can visit its website.
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