As the rain turns to snow and with a flash freeze in the forecast, the Waterloo Regional Police are warning against travelling.
"Since 6 a.m. we have seen the precipitation falling in the Region turn from rain to snow," Staff Sergeant Scott Griffiths said.
"Despite the heroic efforts of our great Regional and Municipal plows, roads remain slick and snow covered."
The police service has responded to 12 property damage collisions and two collisions with injuries. Both injuries were considered minor.
In Cambridge, there have been six property damage collisions since 6 a.m.
"Traffic Services is asking anyone who doesn't have to be out on the roads today to please stay home and travel when road conditions have improved," Griffiths said.
If travel is absolutely necessary, police are reminding people to ensure their car is ready to be on the road.
Cars should be clear of ice and snow with fluids topped up. People should dress warmly and be driving according to road conditions.
Make sure to keep a cell phone handy and call police if you are in a collision or stuck somewhere. If your collision is on the roadway, if possible move your vehicle off the road or stay in your vehicle with the seatbelt on until assistance arrives.
Calls to the police communications branch and mobile officer response may be delayed. Police are asking people to please be patient and know that they're doing their very best to get to collisions as quickly as possible.