20mm rain and 70 km/h winds coming to Mississauga and Brampton

A special weather statement in effect for Mississauga and Brampton (March 23).

There is going to be significant rainfall and risk of freezing rain today.

Freezing rain is possible and may lead to icy surfaces. The rainfall amounts up to 20 mm may result in localized water pooling on roads. Strong easterly winds gusting up to 70 km/h.

This will start this morning through this afternoon.

Freezing rain is possible beginning this morning. However it is likely to mainly affect areas north of highway 401. Areas near the shores of Lake Ontario are likely to remain above the freezing mark, and as a result should receive only rain.

Temperatures will rise above the freezing mark this afternoon ending the risk of freezing rain. Rainfall amounts of up to 20 mm will be possible tonight, resulting in localized water ponding on roads.

For information concerning flooding, please consult your local Conservation Authority or Ontario Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry office. Visit Ontario.ca/floods for the latest details.