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A powerful ridge of high pressure is building over eastern Canada, creating dry conditions and below-seasonal temperatures from Monday through Friday. DON’T MISS: What does a classic fall storm look like in your part of Canada? The system's intensity is notable, with pressure levels potentially reaching 1040 hPa over parts of Quebec. This could set new all-time September pressure records in cities like Val-d’Or and Quebec City, while Montreal and Ottawa are expected to come close to breaking their records. Over the next five days, temperatures across eastern Canada will stay below seasonal due to the influence of the high pressure system. RELATED: Longest dry streak of 2026 in the works across southern OntarioThe system’s clockwise wind pattern will bring northwesterly flow to Atlantic Canada and northeasterly winds across southern Ontario and southern Quebec. Impacts from this system also include extended dry spells across Ontario and Quebec. Content continues belowThe pattern will help suppress precipitation, resulting in an estimated rainfall deficit of 30 to 50 mm through the end of the month.

A meteor streaks across the sky over a desert in China during the Orionid meteor shower on Oct. 22, 2023.(VCG/VCG via Getty Images)The Orionid meteor shower is peaking this week, and it promises to be one of the most dazzling displays of the year. And while some of you will have clear skies, rain and clouds could impact the view for others. Here's what you need to know about the Orionids and your forecast:Fast factsPeak day: The meteor shower peaks Wednesday night, Oct. 21, into the early hours of Thursday morning, Oct. 22. Peak time: From midnight to dawn are the best hours to catch the meteors streaking through the sky, so plan on a late night or really early morning. What the Orionids are known for: The Orionid meteors are known for their brightness and their speed. As they streak across the sky at around 41 miles per second, the meteors leave behind a glowing "train" that can last several seconds to minutes. While you can make the perfect plan to catch the Orionids, the key to stellar viewing is still in Mother Nature's hands. The good news is that many of you should have good meteor shower-watching conditions. Much of the central and eastern U. S.

(urbanbuzz/shutterstock)Could a cheap roll of duct tape help protect your home from flooding? New research suggests it could make a surprisingly big difference. In controlled tests, correctly applied duct tape on the outside of a household door reduced water leakage by 97-98%. The findings suggest that a simple low-cost measure could substantially reduce the amount of water entering a home during a flood. This is important as one of the key lessons from flood resilience research is that the best time to protect a property is before floodwater arrives. The UK government’s 2025 FloodReady Review called for practical, affordable measures that help households understand their risks and to prepare for flooding. And one potential contribution to this agenda might sound unlikely, at first glance. Duct tape is more commonly associated with household repairs than flood protection. However, tests colleagues and I conducted at the University of Hull demonstrated how much water can enter a property through an unprotected doorway during a flood. Three doors, ready for flood-testing.