Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the entire Kawarthas region for significant rainfall and mild temperatures on Wednesday (March 5).
The special weather statement is in effect for Peterborough County, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland County, Haliburton County, and Hastings Highlands.
Rain, heavy at times, along with isolated thunderstorms will impact southern Ontario beginning Tuesday night and ending Wednesday night.
Rainfall amounts of 15 to 25 mm are expected in the Kawarthas region, with the daytime temperature on Wednesday expected to reach 8°C.
The rainfall, combined with melting snow from the mild temperatures and the limited ability of the frozen ground to absorb the water, may lead to localized flooding in low-lying areas and water pooling on roads.
To help reduce the risk of localized flooding and pooling water, the City of Peterborough is encouraging residents who live near a storm drain to clear the drain of snow and ice if they can safely do so. While city crews are working to clear storm drains, there are more than 6,000 storm drains located across the city.
