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Significant rainfall expected today: Environment Canada

Local rainfall totals up to 50 mm are possible by the time the heavy rain weakens tonight, Environment Canada says
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WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Special Weather Statement in effect for:

  • Burlington - Oakville
  • Halton Hills - Milton
  • Goderich - Bluewater - Southern Huron County
  • Stratford - Mitchell - Southern Perth County
  • Niagara

Significant rainfall today and this evening. Hazards: Rainfall amounts of 20 to 40 mm likely, with locally higher amounts of 50 mm possible.

Timing: Today and this evening.

Discussion: Periods of rain, which may be heavy at times, are expected today along with a risk of thunderstorms. Local rainfall totals up to 50 mm are possible by the time the heavy rain weakens tonight. Areas that see prolonged periods of heavy rain or multiple thunderstorms may see higher amounts which may require rainfall warnings.

For information concerning flooding, please consult your local Conservation Authority or Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry office. Visit Ontario.ca/floods for the latest details.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #ONStorm.

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