Flash freeze, wind warnings in effect in northeastern Ont.
Environment Canada has issued flash freeze and high wind warnings for several communities in northeastern Ontario.
Flash freeze warnings are in effect for Timmins, Cochrane, Iroquois Falls, Kirkland Lake, Englehart, Temiskaming Shores, Temagami, Gogama and Foleyet.
“Temperatures are forecast to fall rapidly … later this morning through the afternoon,” Environment Canada said in a warning.
“Ponding water, slush, and any falling precipitation will freeze as the temperature drops.”
Flash freeze warnings are issued when a rapid drop in temperature is expected, which can cause water from rain or melted snow on streets and sidewalks to quickly freeze.
Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways, and parking lots will become icy, slippery and hazardous.
TEMPERATURES WILL FALL RAPIDLY
“Temperatures will then fall rapidly with the passage of a cold front late this morning,” the warning said.
“Residual water on the surface from fallen rain is expected to freeze rapidly, creating icy conditions on roads and sidewalks. Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions.”
Wind warnings are in effect for Manitoulin Island, Sault Ste. Marie, St. Joseph Island, Searchmont, Montreal River Harbour and Batchawana Bay.
“Westerly to northwesterly winds gusting to 90 km/h are expected this morning into the afternoon in the wake of a strong cold front,” the warning said.
“Winds are expected to ease from west to east in the evening. Gusty winds can damage soft shelters, tents and awnings at outdoor events. Loose objects may be tossed by the wind and cause injury or damage. Utility outages may occur.”
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