Ottawa receives 30 to 44 mm of rain on Thursday, causing temporary flooding
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Heavy rain soaked Ottawa Thursday afternoon, causing temporary flooding on sections of Highway 417, municipal roads and sidewalks. As of 5 p.m., 30 mm of rain had been recorded at the Ottawa International Airport
Heavy rain soaked Ottawa Thursday afternoon, causing temporary flooding on sections of Highway 417, municipal roads and sidewalks.
A storm moved through the national capital region at 3 p.m., bringing heavy rain and strong winds. As of 5 p.m., 30 mm of rain had been recorded at the Ottawa International Airport. Environment Canada said the weather station at the Central Experimental Farm measured 44.2 mm of rain as of 5 p.m.
The record for greatest rainfall at the Ottawa Airport on June 6 is 31.2 mm, set back in 1994.
The heavy rain forced the cancellation of several outdoor events, including the Ottawa Titans game against the Gateway Grizzlies at the Ottawa Baseball Stadium.
A severe thunderstorm watch was in effect for the city for most of the day, with a brief thunderstorm warning.
"Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop early this afternoon and continue into early this evening," Environment Canada said in a statement.
"The main threats with these thunderstorms are heavy rainfall and strong wind gusts up to 90 km/h. Strong wind gusts can toss loose objects, damage weak buildings, break branches off trees and overturn large vehicles. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads."
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