Environment Canada issues 'orange alert' for freezing rain storm in Quebec
CBC
Environment Canada has issued an "orange alert" as Quebec prepares for a major freezing rain storm, which the weather agency says could lead to power outages and dangerous road conditions.
An orange alert serves as a warning that potential weather conditions pose a high risk and signals to residents that they need to be prepared for major disruptions.
The weather agency will hold a briefing for journalists at 11 a.m. Tuesday to provide further details on the incoming system, which is forecast to hit early Wednesday and continue through Thursday.
The City of Montreal has scheduled its own news conference for this afternoon to give an update on its plans for the storm.
Forecasters say between 20 and 30 millimetres of freezing rain could coat several major population centres, including:
Environment Canada says there will likely be transportation delays and cancellations as a result of the storm, and prolonged utility outages are likely.
“Significant damage to property, including some buildings and trees, is likely due to the weight of ice,” the weather agency said in its latest statement.
As well, cold weather in the days after the storm “may complicate and delay the full return to normal services.”
The weather system is also likely to affect Ontario and Atlantic Canada.
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