Updated by Environment and Climate Change Canada on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 4:30 AM. Areas affected include Muskoka and East Parry Sound.
Major ice storm this weekend.
What:
Prolonged period of freezing rain.
Significant ice accretion. General ice accretion amounts of 5 to 15 mm, with amounts in excess of 15 mm possible.
Widespread power outages.
Icy and slippery conditions.
Possible snow and ice pellet accumulations of 5 to 15 cm.
When:
Sunday.
Additional information:
After a break in the precipitation today, freezing rain is forecast to begin early Sunday morning and continue until Sunday evening.
Ice build-up may cause tree branches to break.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or post reports on X using #ONStorm.
Recommended Action
Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas. Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve. Public Safety Canada encourages everyone to make an emergency plan and get an emergency kit with drinking water, food, medicine, a first-aid kit and a flashlight. For information on emergency plans and kits go to https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/
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