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Via Rail crossing barriers have returned to normal after a two-hour glitch due to the extreme cold, Ottawa police reports.

Officials had warned residents to be extra vigilant for trains at crossings, citing a malfunction on the line at Boundary Road.

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Police set up detours to divert traffic.

Shortly before noon, police said the issue had been resolved.

Nevertheless, the cautioned drivers to remain alert at crossings during the cold snap.