Winter weather is impacting the drive across much of southern Ontario Saturday afternoon.
Environment Canada has issued freezing rain warnings for a large chunk of the province, including the GTA.
About 5-10cm of snow is expected to fall across northern parts of the city, with 2mm of ice accumulation possible. The biggest risk being into late afternoon and across the supper hour. Moderate snowfall was already accumulating in Toronto as of 1pm.
Precipitation is expected to change to rain as temperatures rise through the overnight.
Ice will be the biggest risk for drivers. The roadbed is still below freezing so there's concerns that rain may freeze on contact. This will make for dangerous driving conditions in some areas. Crews were out Friday laying salt in preparation for the storm, however rain may wash it away.
Police advise motorists to slow down and leave plenty of space between the car in front of them. Make sure vehicles are well stocked with washer fluid and other winter supplies.
Image by Environment Canada
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