The latest forecast for Windsor-Essex courtesy Environment Canada as of 8:05pm
*****Special Bulletin*****
Environment Canada has issued a Rainfall Warning for Windsor-Essex noting that some areas could get as much as 50 mm (2 in) to 100 mm (4 in) of rain. The downpour is expected to taper off later tonight.
The weather agency warns heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. The heaviest rain stretches from west of Harrow towards Tecumseh and Belle River. If visibility is reduced while driving, turn on your lights and maintain a safe following distance.
The Town of Tecumseh is under a flood watch with crews out checking and clearing grates. Residents are asked to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary.
Although the activity is expected to diminish later this evening, showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected to persist into Tuesday.
The heavy rain has seen a Flash Flood Warning issued for Wayne, Macomb and Oakland Counties across the Detroit River.
*****Special Bulletin****
Tonight: Showers at times heavy with risk of a thunderstorm. Local amount 50 mm (2 in). Wind north 20 km/h becoming light late this evening. Low 16 C (61 F).
Tuesday: Showers with the risk of a thunderstorm. Wind becoming southeast 20 km/h near noon. High 21 C (70 F). UV index 3 or moderate.
Tuesday night: Mainly cloudy with a 40% chance of showers in the evening. Low 14 C (57 F).
Wednesday: A mix of sun and cloud. High 25 C (77 F).
Thursday: A mix of sun and cloud with a 30% chance of showers. High 21 C (70 F).
Friday: Sunny. High 21 C (70 F).