Perth County declares significant weather event

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Perth County has declared a significant weather event. This applies to county roads, but not to township roads or provincial highways, according to the county.

A significant weather event is declared when forecasted or active dangerous weather happens and is dangerous to drivers.

“This declaration suspends the standard timelines required for municipalities to meet their winter maintenance objectives,” a news release read.

“Perth County is declaring a significant weather event due to challenging winter weather conditions. Rain and freezing rain are accumulating in some areas of the county. Road conditions are deteriorating with precipitation expected to continue into the evening.”

Temperatures are expected to drop overnight, and snow is forecasted for Monday and Tuesday. This may affect the county’s ability to keep up with roads at the speed expected.

More information on road conditions can be found here.