Freezing Rain Warning Issued for Picton and Sandbanks Park Area
Environment Canada has issued a yellow freezing rain warning for Picton and Sandbanks Park, warning of icy surfaces and hazardous travel conditions through Friday morning.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow freezing rain warning for the region. This alert is triggered when rain falling in sub-zero temperatures creates immediate ice build-up on exposed surfaces.
Affected Areas
The warning is specifically in effect for the following geographic area:
- Picton - Sandbanks Park
What You Should Do
Residents are advised that roads and walkways will likely become icy and slippery. Because icy surfaces can be difficult to detect, there is an increased risk of injury due to slips and falls. Residents should continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, you can send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using the hashtag #ONStorm.
Expected Conditions
The primary hazard is freezing rain resulting in ice build-up. This occurs as rain falls into an environment with sub-zero temperatures, making surfaces hazardous. Roads and walkways are expected to become slippery and dangerous for travel and pedestrians.
Timeline
The alert became effective at 3:16 AM on March 6, 2026. The warning is currently scheduled to expire at 9:59 AM on March 6, 2026.
Source: ECCC Official Notice