Heavy rainfall warning in effect across Quebec

A motorist drives through standing water in Montreal. A heavy rainfall warning is in effect across Quebec. (Graham Hughes/ The Canadian Press) (Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press)

A heavy rainfall warning is in effect for Montreal, Laval and across southern Quebec on Sunday.

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) said there is up to 40 millimetres of rain expect to fall until the afternoon.

The warning includes the entirety of southwestern Quebec and stretches as far as Trois-Pistoles in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region.

“A weather system will move across the province of Quebec throughout the weekend. It will give significant rainfall amounts across the province,” the warning reads. “Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads.”

Authorities are advising drivers to slow down and watch for tail lights and be prepared to stop.

If visibility is reduced while driving, the warning adds, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop.