Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for heavy rain and thunderstorms in the Kawarthas region for Thursday (June 18).
The special weather statement is in effect for Peterborough County and southern Kawartha Lakes.
As a strong low pressure system approaches the area, showers will continue Thursday morning through early afternoon. Rainfall amounts of 30 to 40 mm are expected.
There is also a potential for severe thunderstorms late in morning or early in the afternoon, with heavy rain and strong wind gusts being the primary threats
Rainfall amounts of 40 mm or greater are possible in areas that experience thunderstorms.
For information concerning flooding, consult your local conservation authority or the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. For the latest details on flood conditions, visit www.ontario.ca/floods.
