Ice Accumulations in Quebec: Current Measurements Revealed
Quebec residents experienced an unexpected layer of ice upon waking on Monday morning. This icy cover resulted from freezing rain that began overnight, prompting a variety of impacts across the region.
Freezing Rain and Its Effects
According to Environment Canada (ECC), freezing rain began to taper off in the late morning but continued in areas such as Outaouais, the Laurentians, Lanaudière, and the North Shore until the evening. Residents faced power outages, with nearly 20,000 homes reported without electricity.
Current Ice Accumulations in Quebec
The ice accumulations varied across different regions:
- Outaouais and Greater Montreal: 5 to 10 mm of ice accumulation.
- Estrie: 2 to 4 mm of ice, though it was a shorter event than expected.
Georgina Barrabas, a spokesperson for ECC, mentioned that estimating the exact amount of freezing rain is challenging due to its combination with rain. Conditions in Montreal shifted from ice to rain as temperatures rose.
Temperature and Continuing Conditions
By 3 PM, the temperature at Montreal-Trudeau Airport reached 4°C. The weather across Centre-du-Québec, the Capitale-Nationale region, and Eastern Quebec featured a mix of rain, ice, and snow. Eventually, more snowfall is anticipated as the evening progresses.
With changing weather conditions and ice accumulations in various areas, residents are advised to stay alert and cautious as the situation continues to develop.
