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Environment Canada Warns Ontario of Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms and Flood Risk Through Saturday

Rapid snowmelt over frozen ground could push water into low-lying areas, prompting warnings to avoid flooded roads.

Overview

  • Environment Canada's special weather statement calls for 15 to 40 millimetres of rain across parts of Ontario, with higher local totals possible in thunderstorms.
  • Several rounds of showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected from this evening through Saturday evening.
  • Unseasonably mild temperatures will accelerate snowmelt while frozen ground limits absorption, increasing runoff and the chance of localized flooding.
  • Officials caution that water may pool on roads and washouts are possible near rivers and creeks, and drivers are urged not to attempt to cross flooded areas.
  • Areas northwest of Toronto could see near-zero visibility in dense fog before conditions improve later, and residents are advised to monitor Environment Canada alerts and consult local Conservation Authorities or Ontario.ca/floods for updates.