Heavy rain Special Weather Statement ends for Toronto

MISSISSAUGA, August 2, 2024 – Environment Canada has ended the heavy rain warning Special Weather Statement at 3 pm.

However there is a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms expected late evening.

Earlier today Environment Canada issued a special weather statement, warning of Torrential downpours. Rainfall amounts of 30 to 60 mm. Locally higher amounts possible.

Timing: Continuing into this evening.

Discussion: Slow-moving thunderstorms could produce locally heavy rainfall today. Rainfall warnings may be issued.

Now it seems the storms seem to be localized in Western Ontario according to the radar on both Accuweather and The Weather Network.

Below you will see the initial weather radar projection issued earlier in the day on Friday.

Environment Canada weather alert map shows most of southern Ontario (in grey) is under a special weather statement Friday August 2, 2024

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.

Flash floods possible

ECCC also warned of heavy downpours that can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm.

SOURCE Environment Canada

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