yellow warning - severe thunderstorm - in effect
At 3:42 a.m. EDT, Environment Canada meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm capable of producing up to nickel size hail and heavy rain.
Thunderstorms with heavy downpours.
What:
Torrential downpours giving local rain amounts 25 to 50 mm with 50 to 75 mm possible.
Nickel size hail
Frequent lightning.
When:
Overnight.
Additional Information:
Clusters of thunderstorms are tracking east from Michigan and Lake Huron across the region. Local rainfall amounts of 50 to 75 mm are possible in areas that receive several thunderstorms in a row.
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Driving conditions will likely be difficult. Heavy rain may cause flash flooding and significant reductions to visibility.
Severe thunderstorm warnings are issued when imminent or occurring thunderstorms are expected to produce damaging hail, wind or rain.
Take immediate cover if a thunderstorm approaches. If outside, protect yourself from flying debris and hail. Don't drive through flooded roadways.
Emergency Management Ontario recommends that you take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches.
Varoitus voimassa ti klo 10:42 - ti klo 13:56