Freezing rain expected in Hamilton, Burlington, Brantford this evening, warns Environment Canada | CBC News
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Freezing rain is “on tap” for Hamilton, Burlington, and Brantford Thursday evening, says Environment Canada.
It is expected to begin in the early evening and taper off near midnight, with up to 2 mm of ice build-up expected, according to the federal weather agency, which is advising people to be cautious of icy and slippery conditions that may be difficult to detect.
“Freezing drizzle” may continue into Friday morning, it says.
Environment Canada has issued a yellow warning for Hamilton, Burlington and Brantford, meaning hazardous weather may cause moderate, short-term damage, disruption or health impacts. The next levels of warnings are orange and red, which cover more significant and severe impacts.
The Hamilton Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is on “storm watch,” it advised on social media. The board already planned a professional activity (PA) day for Friday, meaning students aren’t attending school.
HWDSB said it will inform the community of any closures.
The northern part of the Niagara Region, including Grimsby and St. Catharines, is under a special weather statement, meaning freezing rain is possible but less certain.