5:53 PM EDT Monday 29 July 2024 Heat Warning in effect for: Timmins - Cochrane - Iroquois Falls A heat event continues this evening. The daytime highs from today should gradually taper overnight tonight bringing an end to this heat event. The heat warning may return Wednesday and Thursday. Extreme heat can affect everyone?s health. The health risks are greater for older adults, infants and young children, pregnant people, people with physical and/or mental illnesses, and people with disabilities or mobility issues. Never leave people, particularly children, or pets inside a parked vehicle. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm . Statements 6:40 PM EDT Monday 29 July 2024 Special Weather Statement in effect for: Timmins - Cochrane - Iroquois Falls Locally heavy rainfall in thunderstorms is possible this evening. Hazard: Local rainfall amounts near 50 mm. Timing: This evening. Discussion: Slow moving thunderstorms could produce locally heavy rainfall this evening. Rainfall warnings may be issued. For information concerning flooding, please consult your local Conservation Authority or Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry office. Visit Ontario.ca/floods for the latest details. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm .