Heavy rainfall across York Region causing localized flooding on Regional roads in the City of Vaughan

NEWMARKET – Flooding on some York Region roads caused by heavy rainfall has prompted the following road closures in the City of Vaughan:

• Rutherford Road from Napa Valley Drive to Forest Fountain Drive
• Pine Valley Drive from Major Mackenzie Drive to Rutherford Road
• The northbound lane of Jane Street north of Major Mackenzie Drive

Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for York Region, including the possibility of torrential downpours and hail, suggesting that more road flooding may be possible.

York Region is asking motorists to exercise caution while driving and to detour around the flooded areas of Jane Street, Pine Valley Drive and Rutherford Road.

For more information on The Regional Municipality of York, please visit www.york.ca

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