Heavy Rainfall Warning Issued

Friday, 28 June 2013 11:10

UPDATE: The rainfall warning ended just before noon. It's already been a damp start to the day, and it's only going to get soggier. Environment Canada has issued a heavy rainfall warning, not only for Oxford County, but all areas surrounding us, including London-Middlesex, Stratford-Perth, Norfolk County, Brantford and Kitchener-Waterloo. Rainfall amounts of 50mm are possible in some localized areas by late this afternoon. There's also a chance of thunderstorms on the day. The rain is expected to let up late this evening.

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