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Heavy rain expected for Elliot Lake and area

Total rainfall amounts of 50 to 75 mm are possible by Tuesday evening. Precipitation will taper off to light flurries Tuesday night
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WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Rainfall warning in effect for:
  • Elliot Lake - Ranger Lake
  • Chapleau - Missinaibi Lake
  • Gogama - Foleyet
  • Sault Ste. Marie - St. Joseph Island

Rain, heavy at times continues. The frozen ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall.

Rain will continue tonight before gradually coming to an end Tuesday afternoon and evening.

Total rainfall amounts of 50 to 75 mm are possible by Tuesday evening.

Precipitation will taper off to light flurries Tuesday night.

For information concerning flooding, please consult your local Conservation Authority or Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry District office.

Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible. If visibility is reduced while driving, turn on your lights and maintain a safe following distance. Avoid driving through water on roads. Even shallow, fast-moving water across a road can sweep a vehicle or a person away. Keep children and pets away from creeks and river banks.

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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