Freezing rain expected outside of the Sault

SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT

ENVIRONMENT CANADA

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Special weather statement in effect for:

Blind River - Thessalon - Espanola - Killarney

Wawa - Pukaskwa Park - White River - Dubreuilville

Risk of freezing rain Tuesday afternoon.

There is a risk of freezing rain as an area of precipitation moves into the area Tuesday afternoon.

It is possible that any freezing rain that does occur could take several hours to change over to rain.

The area most likely to see freezing rain appears to be a swath of Northeastern Ontario from Chapleau to Kirkland Lake and Temagami.

Environment Canada meteorologists will continue to monitor this situation closely and issue a freezing rain warning if required.

Travel may become difficult at times due to slippery roads and walkways.

Motorists should consider allowing extra time to reach their destination.

Please monitor the latest forecasts and warnings from Environment Canada at www.weather.gc.ca.

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