Rainfall Warning in Effect for Quinte Region as Temperatures Hover Near Freezing, Creating a Potential Risk for Freezing Rain
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A rainfall warning by Environment Canada has been put in effect for the Quinte region as a weather system moves into eastern Ontario, but temperatures hovering near the freezing mark could introduce the possibility of freezing rain.
Forecasters expect precipitation to begin overnight across Belleville, Quinte West, and surrounding communities, with significant rainfall possible going into Wednesday morning as the system moves throughout the region.
However, overnight temperatures are expected to sit very close to 0°C. When temperatures are this close to freezing, even a slight drop can cause rain to freeze on contact with colder surfaces such as roads, trees, and power lines.
While rain remains the most likely outcome overall, the narrow temperature margin means some areas could briefly see freezing rain before temperatures rise later in the day.
Hydro One has also sent precautionary alerts to some customers advising that weather conditions could potentially lead to localized power outages.
Ice accumulation on power lines and tree branches is one of the key factors utilities monitor closely when temperatures hover near freezing during precipitation events.
Conditions are expected to warm up on Wednesday, allowing precipitation to fall mainly as rain across the Quinte region.
Still, the overnight and early morning hours may present the greatest uncertainty as the system arrives.
Officials continue to monitor the developing system, and additional advisories could be issued if conditions shift toward freezing rain.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available
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