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Low pressure system could bring 'heavy rainfall' to Waterloo region

A low pressure system could bring heavy rainfall to Waterloo region starting Thursday evening through Friday, Environment Canada says.

Special weather statement issued for Kitchener, Cambridge and Region of Waterloo

Man walking in heavy rain using a black umbrella
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement saying rainfall amounts of 25 to 50 mm are possible. (Kate Bueckert/CBC)

A low pressure system could bring heavy rainfallto Waterloo region starting Thursday evening through Friday, Environment Canada says.

The federal weather agency issued a special weather statement just before 11 a.m. on Thursday saying rainfall amountsof 25 to 50 mm are possible.

A special weather statement is in effect for Kitchener, Cambridge and the Region of Waterloo.

"Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible," Environment Canada said.

On Thursday, the forecast calls for a 60 per cent chance of showers with a high of 25 C.