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Freezing rain warning issued for Montreal, southern Quebec

A Freezing rain warning has been issued for Montreal and southern Quebec. Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. Getty Images

Environment Canada issued a freezing rain warning on Saturday for much of southern Quebec, including the Montreal area.

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The agency warned of an extended period of freezing rain.

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Regions north of the St. Lawrence River can expect between 5 and 15 millimetres of freezing rain, while south of the river, precipitation is expected to vary between 2 and 4 millimetres.

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Officials are reminding residents to exercise caution during their travels, as highways, roads, sidewalks and parking lots will become icy and slippery.

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Environment Canada said freezing rain warnings are issued when rain falls in sub-zero temperatures leading to ice build-up and icy surfaces.

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