A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of southern Ontario.
The yellow weather alert from Environment Canada covers some western parts of the Greater Toronto Area, as well as Hamilton and Niagara Region, south to Windsor.
Areas from Pickering to east of Kingston are also affected.
“Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts and heavy rain,” the alert said.
The storms may occur Thursday afternoon and early evening.
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Localized rainfall amounts of up to 60 mm and wind gusts up to 90 km/h are possible.
“Localized areas that receive multiple thunderstorms are expected to see the highest amounts,” forecasters said.
“Damage to roofs, fences, branches or soft shelters is possible.”
Areas shaded in yellow are under a severe thunderstorm watch. (Environment Canada)
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