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Messy mix of wintry weather possible Wednesday: Environment Canada

Snow, ice pellets, and freezing rain are possible, Environment Canada says
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WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Special weather statement in effect for:

  • Barrie - Collingwood - Hillsdale
  • Midland - Coldwater - Orr Lake
  • Orillia - Lagoon City - Washago

Snow, ice pellets and freezing rain are possible Wednesday morning and afternoon.

Hazards:
Freezing rain with some ice accretion.
Untreated surfaces such as roads, parking lots and walkways may become slippery.

Timing:
Wednesday morning and afternoon.

Discussion:
A mix of snow and ice pellets is expected to move into the area Wednesday morning. Freezing rain is also possible before the precipitation changes over to rain Wednesday afternoon or evening. At this time, there remains considerable uncertainty regarding the timing and amount of freezing rain. A freezing rain warning may be needed as the system approaches.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #ONStorm.

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