{"id":581811,"date":"2026-04-04T13:57:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-04T13:57:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/581811\/"},"modified":"2026-04-04T13:57:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-04T13:57:13","slug":"update-storm-hits-toronto-and-southern-ontario-as-flooding-risk-rising-fast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/581811\/","title":{"rendered":"UPDATE: Storm hits Toronto and southern Ontario as flooding risk rising fast"},"content":{"rendered":"

A soaking storm is now moving into the region, bringing steady rainfall and an increased risk of localized flooding through today and tonight.<\/p>\n

Areas expected to be impacted include Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Durham Region, Halton Region, Hamilton, Barrie, Waterloo and London, along with much of southern Ontario.<\/p>\n

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Forecasters say 20 to 40 mm of rain is expected, with the heaviest downpours likely arriving this evening and continuing overnight. The system is being driven by a Colorado low, known for producing widespread precipitation across the province.<\/p>\n

Ground already saturated<\/p>\n

One of the biggest concerns with this system is that the ground may already have a limited ability to absorb more water due to recent rainfall events.<\/p>\n

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That raises the risk of:<\/p>\n

Water pooling on roads
\nLocalized flooding in low-lying areas
\nRapid runoff near rivers, creeks and culverts<\/p>\n

Travel conditions expected to worsen<\/p>\n

Drivers should be prepared for sudden reductions in visibility, especially during heavier bursts of rain or thunderstorms later today.<\/p>\n

Officials warn that road conditions could deteriorate quickly, particularly in areas prone to flooding.<\/p>\n

Safety reminders<\/p>\n

Residents are being urged to:<\/p>\n

Avoid low-lying or flood-prone areas
\nWatch for possible washouts near waterways
\nUse caution while driving in heavy rain<\/p>\n

For updated flood information, residents can check with their local conservation authority or the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources.<\/p>\n

Heaviest rain tonight<\/p>\n

While rain will begin earlier in the day, the most intense period is expected this evening into tonight, when thunderstorms could push rainfall totals even higher in some areas.<\/p>\n

Latest information is still coming in as this system develops, and additional updates or warnings may follow.<\/p>\n

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