A special weather statement has been issued in Chatham-Kent, as significant rainfall is expected on Saturday.
“Periods of rain will begin after midnight tonight and continue Saturday,” Environment Canada officials say.
“Rainfall amounts of 15 to 25 mm are likely by Saturday evening when the rain is expected to change to snow. Rainfall amounts exceeding 25 mm are possible.”
Localized ponding in low-lying areas and on roads is possible, forecasters say.
“This rain is the result of a low pressure system that will track over Southern Ontario on Saturday. There remains considerable uncertainty in the exact track of this system and the associated precipitation. Rainfall warnings may be required.”
For information concerning flooding, please consult your local Conservation Authority or Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry District office.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.
To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@canada.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm.
