Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has alerted residents in central and southeast Alberta to brace for a sudden drop in temperatures on Monday night, as a flash freeze warning has been issued. The warning covers extensive areas, including the city of Edmonton.
This cautionary notice follows a relatively mild day where temperatures in Edmonton and nearby regions reached 6 degrees Celsius. ECCC anticipates a swift decline in temperatures, with Edmonton expected to experience a plunge to as low as -16°C overnight, accompanied by the onset of snowfall and a possibility of freezing rain.
Residents in Edmonton, Sherwood Park, Red Deer, and other impacted areas are advised by Environment Canada to exercise increased vigilance while traveling. The agency emphasizes the potential rapid formation of icy surfaces that may pose challenges for pedestrians and motorists. The warning was issued at approximately 8 p.m., urging people to exercise caution and be mindful of the hazardous conditions.