Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect for:
- Atikokan – Shebandowan – Quetico Park
Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts, large hail and heavy rain.
Hazards: Wind gust near 90 km/h. Nickel sized hail.
Timing: This evening.
Additional information: Thunderstorms may develop and move northeast over the area.
Damage to roofs, fences, branches or soft shelters is possible.
When thunder roars, go indoors! Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year.
Emergency Management Ontario recommends that you take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches.
Heavy rain can cause flash flooding and significant reductions to visibility. Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms capable of producing damaging hail, wind or rain.
