Peterborough Blogs
A Rainfall Warning Is In Effect (And It's Going To Be Windy)
/Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for the area, as a lot of the wet stuff is coming our way over the next couple days—the bulk of it on Wednesday.
This from Environment Canada...
The City of Peterborough has issued a release asking residents to clear their sewer catch basins of leaves and debris if it is safe to do so. “With rainfall amounts of 50 millimetres expected, it is important that catch basins are clear to minimize the risk of localized flooding,” says Wayne Jackson, Director of Utility Services. “Due to fallen leaves, autumn is a difficult time of year to experience this much rain.”
And winds will be howling as well...
Strong and gusty southerly winds are forecast to develop early Wednesday over Southwestern Ontario, then on Wednesday afternoon over remaining parts of Southern Ontario. Wind gusts to 70 km/h are likely in most areas. Winds will become southwesterly on Thursday as a cold front arrives and strong gusts to 90 km/h are again possible. These winds may be strong enough to cause some tree damage and local power outages.
The rain and strong winds will be gone by Friday. Thank goodness.
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Summer Returns This Week
/Just when you thought summer was over after that cool, rainy weekend—it's back! Temperatures start to heat up today, and take a look at the rest of this (sunny) week folks.
Cooler temperatures and rain returns on Saturday. But just ignore that. Enjoy this week.
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Sign Up for Peterborough Weather Notifications On Twitter
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Follow @ECAlertON121 for Twitter-based weather alerts specifically for Peterborough. This automated service is issued by Environment Canada's meteorologists whenever dangerous weather conditions threaten.
In January, the Government of Canada announced a $134 million investment to improve the quality of weather forecasts and weather warnings to Canadians. Over 830 communities are now listed at Canada.ca/weather.
"Our Government is committed to ensuring Canadians have a weather forecasting system they can rely on to give them timely and accurate information. As more Canadians are using social media to stay informed, this new service will play an essential role in ensuring public safety by providing Canadians with expanded access to severe weather information."
– The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment, Minister of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency and Minister for the Arctic Council
Happy to introduce EC Alert Me from Environment Canada. #Weather alerts 24/7 on Twitter. Follow our new accounts!
— Peterborough (@ECAlertON121) June 18, 2015Special Weather Statement For This Weekend (And It's Not Pretty, But Your Grass Will Be Greener)
/A special weather statement has been issued for this weekend, with the chance to see significant rainfall—possibly torrential at times—starting Saturday night.
Environment Canada says a low pressure system arriving Saturday will spread rain across Southern Ontario from west to east throughout the day. In a lot of areas, the rain will continue through Sunday afternoon—and may be heavy at times.
Between 20 to 40 millimetres of rain is expected in Peterborough and the Kawarthas, and significant easterly winds are expected to develop Saturday with gusts generally in the 50 to 70 km/h range.
Basically, your grass is about to get even greener—and longer.
And you will need an umbrella built to withstand heavy rain and wind...
Environment Canada Issues Extreme Cold Alert For Peterborough Area
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A cold front will cross Southern Ontario tonight and Wednesday morning. Very cold temperatures in the wake of this front, combined with strong northerly winds, will result in wind chill values near or below minus 30 Wednesday afternoon and Wednesday night.
While anyone who isn't dressed warmly is at risk in cold weather conditions, some are at greater risk than others for frost bite and hypothermia:
- homeless people
- outdoor workers
- people living in homes that are poorly insulated (with no heat or no power)
- people with certain medical conditions such as diabetes, peripheral neuropathy and diseases affecting the blood vessels, people taking certain medications including beta-blockers
- winter sport enthusiasts
- people who consume excess alcohol
- infants
- seniors
Wear appropriate clothing:
- Always wear clothing appropriate for the weather. Synthetic and wool fabrics provide better insulation. Some synthetic fabrics are designed to keep perspiration away from your body which keep you dry and further reduce your risk.
- Dress in layers with a wind resistant outer layer. You can remove layers if you get too warm (before you start sweating) or add a layer if you get cold.
- Wear warm socks, gloves, a hat and scarf in cold weather. Be sure to cover your nose to protect it.
- If you get wet, change into dry clothing as soon as possible. You lose heat faster when you're wet.
[via Environment Canada]
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Snow Squall Warning In Effect For Peterborough & Kawarthas
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Peterborough and area is now under a snow squall warning, with this arctic freeze bringing with it the possibility of significant snow squalls—reducing visibility significantly. Local snowfall rates of 10 to 15 cm per 12 hours are possible. More from the Weather Network below...
Here Is Pac-Man Over the Skies Of Peterborough
/OK, so it's actually a partial Solar Eclipse over Peterborough today (October 23rd). But it kinda looks like Pac-Man. Minus the power pellets. Great pics by Jay Callaghan that even the Weather Network loved. See below...
