A low pressure system will bring significant rainfall to the region today, with amounts reaching up to 30 mm. Rain, potentially heavy at times, will start late this morning or in the afternoon, tapering off by tonight. Combined with melting snow, the frozen ground may lead to localized flooding and poor drainage, especially in low-lying areas.
Areas Affected:
A low pressure system will bring significant rainfall to the region today, with amounts reaching up to 30 mm. Rain, potentially heavy at times, will start late this morning or in the afternoon, tapering off by tonight. Combined with melting snow, the frozen ground may lead to localized flooding and poor drainage, especially in low-lying areas.
Areas Affected:
Newmarket, Georgina, Northern York Region
Barrie, Orillia, Midland
Bracebridge, Gravenhurst
Owen Sound, Blue Mountains, Northern Grey County
Innisfil, New Tecumseth, Angus
Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham
Mount Forest, Arthur, Northern Wellington County
Guelph, Erin, Southern Wellington County
Halton Hills, Milton
Burlington, Oakville
Niagara
Hamilton
Kitchener, Cambridge, Region of Waterloo
Listowel, Milverton, Northern Perth County
Stratford, Mitchell, Southern Perth County
Greater Sudbury and vicinity
Temiskaming Shores, Temagami
North Bay, West Nipissing
Espanola, Killarney
Manitoulin Island
Hazards:
Rainfall amounts of 20 to 30 mm
Possible flash floods and water pooling on roads
Localized flooding in low-lying areas
Timing:
Rain will begin late this morning or afternoon and end tonight. Light showers may persist into Monday.
Stay Safe:
Monitor alerts and forecasts from Environment Canada. Report severe weather by emailing ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweeting with #ONStorm.
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