WEATHER ALERTS
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Rainfall warning in effect for:
- Elliot Lake - Ranger Lake
- Blind River - Thessalon
Rain, at times heavy, is expected.
Rain will begin for areas east of Lake Superior Wednesday afternoon and continue into Thursday morning. Total rainfall amounts of 30 to 50 mm are expected with the heaviest rain falling Wednesday evening. Thunderstorms are also possible Wednesday afternoon and evening which could contribute to total rainfall amounts in excess of 50 mm.
This rain is the result of a developing low pressure system from South Dakota that is expected to rapidly intensify as it tracks over Northern Ontario.
Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible. Watch for possible washouts near rivers, creeks and culverts.
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Special weather statement in effect for:
- Elliot Lake - Ranger Lake
- Blind River - Thessalon
Strong winds are expected Wednesday night
A developing low pressure system from South Dakota is expected to rapidly intensify as it tracks over Northern Ontario Wednesday night.
A vigorous cold front will sweep through the area Wednesday overnight or early Thursday morning. Northwesterly wind gusts to 70 or 80 km/h will develop as this front passes. Winds will weaken Thursday morning.
These winds may be capable of tossing loose objects and causing tree branches to break.
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Special weather statement in effect for:
- Espanola - Killarney
- Manitoulin Island
Heavy rain and strong winds are expected Wednesday and Wednesday night
A developing low pressure system from South Dakota is expected to rapidly intensify as it tracks over Northern Ontario Wednesday night.
Rain will begin over the area Wednesday afternoon and continue into Thursday morning. General total rainfall amounts of 20 to 40 mm are expected by the time the rain ends Thursday morning.
Additionally, a vigorous cold front will sweep through the area Wednesday overnight or early Thursday morning. Northwesterly wind gusts to 70 or 80 km/h will develop as this front passes. Winds will weaken Thursday morning.
These winds may be capable of tossing loose objects and causing tree branches to break.
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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