Toronto weather: Heavy rain and fog in forecast [Video]

It was a wet and foggy day across the Greater Toronto Area Sunday as heavy rains hit the region.

A rainfall warning issued on Saturday remained in effect as of Sunday evening. In its latest advisory, Environment Canada said the city could see additional rainfall amounts of 10 to 20 millimetres by overnight.

The federal agency said a low-pressure system moved through the region and brought rain. Environment Canada warned that because the ground is frozen, it has a reduced ability to absorb the rainfall. That, in turn, could lead to flooding.

“Rain is expected to taper to showers this evening. Light showers may linger into Monday,” Environment Canada said. “Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads.”

Earlier in the day, Environment Canada also issued a fog advisory for Toronto, warning of “near-zero” visibility in some areas.

That advisory …