Freezing rain warning issued for parts of the GTA, surrounding areas [Video]

Environment Canada has issued a freezing rain warning for parts of the Greater Toronto Area and surrounding communities.

Due to a low-pressure system, a brief period of freezing rain is expected to fall on Monday morning and continue into the afternoon.

“The freezing rain is expected to transition to rain or drizzle as temperatures rise above the freezing mark,” Environment Canada said in its warning, which was issued late Sunday afternoon.

“There is a potential for freezing drizzle through Monday evening as temperatures are expected to remain near the freezing mark, particularly over higher terrain.”

This system could result in highways, roads, walkways and parking lots becoming icy and slippery, the national weather agency said.

“Take extra care when walking or driving in affected areas,” says Environment Canada, which is also advising residents to be prepared for possible utility outages.

The affected areas include Barrie-Collingwood-Hillsdale, Caledon, Cobourg – Colborne – …