Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning and a wind warning for the Quinte region.
Rain will start sometime after midnight with 20 – 40 mm possible by Saturday afternoon.
High winds are likely late Saturday and lasting into the overnight hours with gusts between 100 and 120 km/h.
Warnings
3:31 PM EST Friday 10 December 2021
Wind warning in effect for:
- Belleville – Quinte West – Eastern Northumberland County
- Cobourg – Colborne – Western Northumberland County
Strong winds expected late Saturday.
Hazards:
Strong winds gusting between 100 and 120 km/h.
When:
Late Saturday afternoon or evening into the overnight hours.
Discussion:
A cold front will sweep through southern Ontario Saturday afternoon and evening bringing strong winds.
Impacts:
Widespread utility outages may occur.
Damage to buildings, such as to roof shingles and windows, may occur. High winds may cause downed trees or toss loose objects. Store or anchor objects so they are not tossed by the wind causing injury or damage. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions due to high winds.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm.
3:25 PM EST Friday 10 December 2021
Rainfall warning in effect for:
- Belleville – Quinte West – Eastern Northumberland County
- Cobourg – Colborne – Western Northumberland County
Heavy rain is expected tonight and Saturday.
Hazards:
Rain, at times heavy. Rainfall amounts of 20 to 40 mm.
When:
Beginning late this evening and continuing through Saturday afternoon.
Discussion:
A strengthening low pressure system is forecast to track northeast across the Great Lakes on Saturday, bringing heavy rain.
The frozen ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall. Melting snow will also contribute to runoff.
For information concerning flooding, please consult your local Conservation Authority or Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry District office. Visit Ontario.ca/floods for the latest details.
Impacts:
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.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm.
