Residents in Brockville, Ontario, are being warned to watch for falling ice from rooftops as temperatures are expected to rise above freezing from February 15 to February 17, 2026. According to The Weather Network, this brief thaw creates a public safety risk where melting ice can fall onto sidewalks and parked vehicles.
This warning follows a heavy snowfall that led the City of Brockville to declare a significant weather event on February 12, 2026. While city reports showed the area had already recorded 65 centimetres of snow and freezing rain by early January, the most recent storm has added even more weight to local rooftops.
Daytime highs are forecast to stay above zero for several days, causing ice to melt and slide off eaves and building fronts. This risk is highest in the downtown area along King Street, where many older buildings are located close to the sidewalk.
Pedestrians should stay away from building edges, and drivers are encouraged to avoid parking under large icicles. According to local property rules, building owners must clear away snow and ice that could be dangerous to people on the street.
