Freezing rain creates slippery conditions across Northwestern Ontario

A stretch of Northwestern Ontario is under a freezing rain warning as a system moves through the region.

Environment Canada says the area seeing freezing precipitation extends from just west of Winnipeg across Northwestern Ontario toward Sault Ste. Marie.

The system is bringing periods of freezing drizzle and freezing rain while temperatures hover near the freezing mark, creating the potential for icy conditions on roads, sidewalks and other surfaces.

Fog patches may also develop in some areas, which could reduce visibility at times.

Communities along the eastern and northern shores of Lake Superior could see heavier freezing rain compared with other parts of the region.

Conditions are expected to gradually shift to rain or drizzle in some areas later in the day as temperatures climb slightly, before colder air returns and precipitation changes to snow overnight.

Drivers are being reminded to slow down and allow extra time for travel as icy patches can develop quickly, particularly on untreated roads and elevated surfaces such as bridges.