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Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is forecasting heavy rainfall this evening through to Thursday morning, with rainfall amounts of 30-50 mm and isolated amounts of up to 100 mm. ECCC has issued a Special Weather Statement for London, Middlesex County, and Oxford County.

The Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA) says the ground is already saturated from previous rainfall and may not absorb much more water. As a result,localized flooding is possible in areas that receive heavier and higher rain amounts. If the higher rainfall amounts are widespread, flooding is possible in low lying areas that typically flood in the spring.

Parents are reminded to keep children and pets away from all watercourses. Banks adjacent to rivers, creeks, and ditches may be slippery and, when combined with fast-moving water, pose a serious hazard. Standing water can also present dangers.

It is not safe to take shelter along riverbanks or in low lying areas that are prone to flooding.

In addition to the rain forecast for this evening into tomorrow, smaller amounts of rain are forecast for the next five days, including possible thundershowers.

The UTRCAs flood control reservoirs at Fanshawe, Wildwood, and Pittock Conservation Areas will be operated to reduce downstream flooding.

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Heavy Rainfall in the Forecast (media release, July 12, 2023) - Upper Thames River Conservation Authority