Due to extreme weather and road conditions, the Halton Regional Police Service is urging motorists to refrain from driving on rural roads in north Halton.

"Officers are currently responding to a significant number of motor vehicle accidents due to the blowing snow and slippery roads," said police in a release.

Police described the rural road conditions in Milton and Halton Hills as "treacherous," and reminded motorists to slow down and drive with "extreme care."

While snow tires and all-wheel drive provide for better traction on the road, they do not increase a vehicle's ability to stop. "So please increase your following distance to the car in front of you," said police, adding, "Our goal is for everyone to arrive at their destination safely."