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A snow and ice storm led to the closure of most New Brunswick schools Thursday.
The only exceptions were schools in the Anglophone South district, as well as Saint John area schools in Francophone South.
As of 6 a.m., highways across the province were partly to fully covered with snow, ice and slush, according to New Brunswick’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure.
A yellow or moderate warning for hazardous winter conditions in northern New Brunswick was continued by Environment Canada at about 5 a.m. Thursday.
Freezing rainfall of five to 10 mm mixed with ice pellets was forecast to end early Thursday afternoon.
“Roads and walkways will likely be difficult to navigate,” said the alert.
“Consider postponing non-essential travel and outdoor activities until conditions improve,” advised the national weather service.
“Prepare for some disruptions to transportation, services and utilities.”
Environment Canada had most of New Brunswick under a yellow alert on Thursday morning. (Environment Canada)
For central and much of southern New Brunswick, a yellow alert was issued for freezing rain. That was forecast to transition to rain during Thursday morning.
“Roads and walkways will likely become icy and slippery,” said Environment Canada.
“Property or tree damage due to the weight of ice is possible,” it said.
The agency also warned of possible hazards from falling ice and branches.
