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Environment Canada calling for significant rainfall across Ontario
Environment Canada warns of 15 to 40 mm of rain and fog causing reduced visibility and flood risk as snowmelt worsens runoff across Ontario, including Ottawa and Toronto.
- On March 7, 2026, Environment Canada issued a special weather statement calling for 15 to 40 millimetres of rain across Ontario, according to The Canadian Press.
- Rain mixed with mild temperatures is expected to melt much of the existing snowpack, while frozen ground will limit absorption and increase runoff, raising flood potential.
- Several rounds of showers and isolated thunderstorms are forecast to continue through Saturday evening, with an advisory for Ottawa and surrounding regions calling for 20 to 30 millimetres and reduced visibility.
- Officials warn motorists to watch for washouts near rivers and creeks, and residents are advised to consult Conservation Authorities for flooding information.
- Photographs from Toronto recall past wet conditions, highlighting local wet-weather exposure.
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Environment Canada calling for significant rainfall across Ontario – 105.9 The Region
TORONTO — Environment Canada is calling for 15 to 40 millimetres of rain and thunderstorms across Ontario, leading to potential flooding. Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement calling for 15 to 40 millimetres of rainfall, with locally higher totals possible due to thunderstorms. Rain combined with mild temperatures is expected to melt much of the existing snowpack, as frozen ground will limit absorption, increasing runoff. Wa…
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