Latest Weather, Highway Disruptions, and Major Headlines in the Ottawa Valley on August 12
News Article: Ottawa Valley Weather Forecast and Local Updates
On Tuesday, August 26, 2025, Ottawa Valley residents can expect a mix of sun and clouds with a high around 29°C, according to the latest weather forecast. However, there is a 60% chance of showers later in the day, decreasing to 30% overnight [1][5].
Environment Canada's forecast also suggests showers in the Ottawa Valley area this morning. As for the evening, showers are expected with a nighttime low of approximately 15°C.
Elsewhere in the region, there are several noteworthy updates. Highway 417 has scheduled closures, and Ottawa Valley strawberry growers are on alert for a fruit-rotting fungal disease.
The Alzheimer's Society of Lanark, Leeds Grenville is holding a 40 Days of Giving fundraiser. Meanwhile, a camp is being run by Lanark County emergency response departments to let young women experience the fields and potentially increase female recruitment.
In positive news, the Carleton Place Canoe Club athletes have excelled locally and on the world stage. However, it's important to note that fire bans are in effect across several areas in the Ottawa Valley due to dry conditions.
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[1] Environment Canada Weather Forecast for Ottawa Valley, August 26, 2025: https://weather.gc.ca/city/pages/on-155_metric_e.html [5] Ottawa Valley Weather Forecast: https://www.weather.com/weather/today/l/Canada/ON/Ottawa+Valley/586479
- The weather forecast for August 26, 2025, in the Ottawa Valley indicates a mix of sun and clouds, reaching a high of 29°C, with a 60% chance of showers in the afternoon, decreasing to 30% overnight. (business: weather-forecasting)
- Ottawa Valley strawberry growers are bracing for a fruit-rotting fungal disease as they continue their operations. (business: agriculture)
- The Alzheimer's Society of Lanark, Leeds Grenville is conducting a 40 Days of Giving fundraiser, and Lanark County emergency response departments are running a camp for young women to give them an insight into their fields. (community: social services, politics: local)
- The Carleton Place Canoe Club athletes have achieved success both locally and internationally, but fire bans are currently in effect in several areas of the Ottawa Valley due to dry conditions. (sports, politics: local)
