Freezing Rain Warning Issued for Central and Southern New Brunswick
Environment Canada has issued a yellow warning for freezing rain across central and southern New Brunswick, with up to 10 mm of ice accumulation expected through early Thursday morning.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow freezing rain warning for central and southern portions of New Brunswick. The alert remains in effect as sub-zero temperatures create conditions for ice build-up on surfaces.
Affected Areas
The warning covers central and much of southern New Brunswick. Specific regions identified in the alert include Fredericton and Southern York County.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised that roads and walkways will likely become icy and slippery. Property or tree damage is possible due to the weight of ice accumulation. Environment Canada recommends continuing to monitor local alerts and forecasts. Severe weather can be reported via email at NBstorm@ec.gc.ca or on X using the hashtag #NBStorm.
Expected Conditions
The region is expected to see freezing rain amounts totaling up to 10 mm. Meteorologists note that the freezing rain will be preceded by a period of ice pellets. Hazards include icy surfaces caused by rain falling in sub-zero temperatures.
Timeline
The freezing rain event is expected to last between 4 to 8 hours, with the possibility of a longer duration. The warning remains in effect until early Thursday morning.
Source: ECCC Official Notice