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Rainfall warning in effect across Niagara region

Lull in precipitation likely this evening, possibly followed by showers at times heavy again overnight into Monday morning, Environment Canada says
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WEATHER WARNING
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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St. Catharines - Grimsby - Northern Niagara Region
Niagara Falls - Welland - Southern Niagara Region

Rain, at times heavy, is expected.

Hazards: Local rainfall amounts of 50 to 100 mm.

Timing: Today, and possibly again overnight into Monday morning.

Discussion: Very heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms will affect the area today. A lull in precipitation is likely this evening. Another round of showers at times heavy may affect the area again overnight into Monday morning. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible.

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

Visit Ontario.ca/floods for the latest details. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. If visibility is reduced while driving, turn on your lights and maintain a safe following distance. 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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