Active AlertsMerrickville-Wolford - Kemptville

Yellow Warning - Rainfall

Issued at Sun 2:24 PM Aug. 2
Issued by: Environment and Climate Change Canada
Description

Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms continue.

What:
Total rainfall amounts of 50 to 80 mm. Local rainfall amounts may approach 100 mm for locations that receive multiple waves of heavy precipitation.
Poor visibility in torrential downpours.

When:
Continuing today and through tonight.

Additional information:
The heaviest rainfall is expected through this evening. Rain may linger through Monday morning over eastern Ontario.

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Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas. Some property damage is possible.

For information concerning flooding, please consult your local Conservation Authority or Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources office. Visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/floods for the latest details.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on social media using #ONStorm.

Recommended Action


Don't drive through flooded roadways. Watch for washouts near rivers, creeks and culverts.

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