Further soaking for City causes local floods, more to come

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The rains came (again) Tuesday to give Toronto its third good soaking in about two weeks. Across South Bayview there is local flooding but the intensity of the downfall did not seem to match the basement flooding onslaught of August 8.  Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm watch: “Conditions are favourable for the development of dangerous thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts and torrential rain,” the national weather agency said. The threat of thunderstorms will continue into the afternoon and early evening. The City of Toronto is advising everyone to take extra care when travelling and to take precautionary steps to protect their property and ensure their safety. Transportation Services staff are monitoring conditions on the roads and working to keep catch basins clear. Both the city and Metrolinx has additional staff at Union Station in case of flooding. #onstorm