The frozen ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall so localized flooding in low-lying areas and water pooling on roads is possible, Environment Canada says WEATHER ALERT ENVIRONMENT CANADA ************************* Special weather statement issued for: Manitoulin Island Sault Ste. Marie - Superior East Elliot Lake - Ranger Lake Chapleau - Missinaibi Lake Blind River - Thessalon Current details: Significant rainfall possible. The frozen ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall. What: Rainfall totals of 15 to 25 mm. When: This morning continuing into this evening. Additional information: Rainfall may be mixed with snow at times for areas northeast of Lake Superior. Localized flooding in low-lying areas and water pooling on roads is possible. For information concerning flooding, please consult your local Conservation Authority or Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources office. Visit Ontario.ca/floods for the latest details. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or post reports on X using #ONStorm. *************************