Active AlertsHopewell, NB

Rainfall Warning
Issued at Fri 11:07 AM Mar. 29
Issued by: Environment and Climate Change Canada
Description


A long episode of rain, at times heavy, continues.

Locations: central and southern New Brunswick.

Additional rainfall: 25 mm to 50 mm with the highest amounts along the Fundy Coast.

Time span: continuing until tonight or Saturday morning.

Similar storms in the past have caused:
- road shoulder erosion and washouts
- hazardous driving conditions

Remarks: Rain will change to snow tonight over western sections and Saturday morning in the east. Significant runoff from snowmelt will continue today for any areas with remaining snow cover.

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Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible.

Rainfall warnings are issued when significant rainfall is expected.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NBstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #NBStorm.