Environment Canada has issued a Yellow Weather Warning for Greater Napanee and surrounding areas as a complex system brings freezing rain, heavy rainfall, and strong winds to the region.
Freezing rain early this morning is expected to lead to icy and slippery roads and walkways, with ice accretion of 5 to 15 millimetres possible on some surfaces. Conditions are forecast to improve as freezing rain transitions to rain or ends later this morning. Any additional ice buildup is expected to be minimal.
Rain, heavy at times, will continue through tonight, with total rainfall amounts of 20 to 40 millimetres expected before tapering off Monday morning. With frozen ground limiting absorption, localized flooding is possible, and some roads may become impassable. Residents are encouraged to clear storm drains where possible and avoid low-lying areas, rivers, and creeks.
Strong southwesterly winds are expected to develop Monday morning, with gusts of 80 to 90 km/h, and up to 100 km/h near Lake Ontario. Winds will ease by Monday evening. Utility outages and minor property damage are possible, and residents are advised to secure loose objects.
(By: Tim Baltz)
