UPDATE: Freezing rain and rainfall warnings have ended, but a fog warning has now been added on to a wind warning issued by Environment Canada.
Because of this, the national weather service says travel will likely be hazardous in some locations and visibility will likely be suddenly reduced at times.
Drivers and pedestrians are asked to be prepared for areas of near-zero visibility and allow extra time to reach your destination.
A Special Weather Statement has been issued by Environment Canada for the Bay of Quinte on Sunday, Dec 28, 2025.
A long lasting period of freezing rain is expected, with ice accretion amounts of 5 to 15 mm.
The freezing rain is expected to begin Sunday afternoon or evening through to Monday morning before transitioning to rain showers or flurries.
Local utility outages are possible.
Travel conditions are expected to be difficult. Ice covered surfaces are likely. Motorists are encouraged to postpone non-essential travel and travel with caution if mandatory.
Yellow warnings for rainfall and winds have also been issued by Environment Canada.
The frozen ground has a reduced ability to absorb the at times heavy rainfall that is expected.
Total rain and freezing rain amounts of 20 to 40 mm are possible, expected to begin around noon on Sunday and expected to ease Monday morning.
Localized flooding is possible. Some roads may become impassable. Avoid low-lying areas and stay away from rivers, creeks, and culverts. If possible, clear storm drains of snow and ice.
Additionally, strong winds are expected on Monday. Strong southwesterly wind gusts of 100 km/h are possible.
The high winds are expected to begin Monday morning and ease Monday evening as they shift around the northwest, but gusts of 60 km/h to 70 km/h are still likely. The strongest gusts are expected near Lake Ontario on Monday afternoon.
Damage to roofs, fences, branches, soft shelters, and some property damage is possible. Secure loose objects.
Further updates will be provided when available.
