First published Oct 12, 2026, 10:29:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 12, 2026, 10:31:15 AM UTC

Special weather - Sherbrooke area

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A weather statement for the Thetford Mines area reports possible rainfall of 40 to 60 millimetres Tuesday afternoon and evening, with water pooling on roads and in low-lying areas. Additional details are included in the source data received by Planet Briefing.

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Affected location: Thetford Mines

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The statement identifies a period of heavy rain that may cause water to pool on roads and in low-lying areas.

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Oct 12, 2026, 9:35 AM UTC
A forecast calls for 40–60 millimetres of rain Tuesday afternoon and evening in the Bécancour–Villeroy area, with water pooling possible on roads and in low-lying areas. The source attributes the rain to bands associated with a warm front and low-pressure system.
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Oct 12, 2026, 9:35 AM UTC
A weather statement forecasts 40–60 millimetres of rain Tuesday afternoon and evening in the Weedon area and other parts of Quebec. It says water may pool on roads and in low-lying areas.
Environment Canada Weather Alerts
Oct 12, 2026, 9:35 AM UTC
A weather statement for the Thetford Mines area reports possible rainfall of 40 to 60 millimetres Tuesday afternoon and evening, with water pooling on roads and in low-lying areas. Additional details are included in the source data received by Planet Briefing.
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