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‘Significant Safety risks:’ Toronto Under Flood Warning Amid Heavy Rainfall
Environment Canada expects up to 20 millimetres of rain and 70 km/h wind gusts as runoff raises river levels and floods roads.
- On Thursday, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority issued a flood warning for Toronto following heavy overnight rainfall and thunderstorms that created dangerous conditions across the Greater Toronto Area.
- Rainfall totals of 20 mm to 67 mm have been recorded across TRCA watersheds, with Environment Canada forecasting an additional 10 mm of rain and southwesterly wind gusts up to 70 km/h throughout the day.
- Flooding is already affecting the Lower Don River near Todmorden Mills and the Bayview Avenue Extension south of Pottery Road, forcing road closures near the Evergreen Brick Works and stranding vehicles on the Don Valley Parkway.
- Rising water levels in the Etobicoke Creek and Carruthers Creek watersheds continue to pose risks, as saturated ground reduces absorption capacity and makes all rivers, streams, and low-lying areas potentially dangerous.
- The TRCA advises residents to avoid flooded areas and keep children and pets away from fast-moving water, while motorists should check traffic conditions before traveling and avoid flooded roadways whenever possible.
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Timmins TodayToronto conservation authority lifts flood risk warning after heavy rainfall
TORONTO — The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority has lifted its flood risk warning after heavy rainfall on Thursday, but is still advising residents to exercise caution around rivers and streams amid high water levels.
·Halton Hills, Canada
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