Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the Kawarthas for this evening.
As a cold front moves across southern Ontario breaking this week’s heat wave, conditions are favourable for the development of dangerous thunderstorms that may be capable of producing torrential rain.
Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop this evening across central Ontario.
Given the high heat and humidity, a few of these thunderstorms could be intense resulting in localized torrential downpours.
As these thunderstorms are expected to move slowly across the area, some locations could receive as much as 25 to 50 mm of rain over a short period of time. Localized wind gusts up to 90 km/h will also be a concern. Intense lightning is likely with any thunderstorm that develops.
Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Fast-moving water across a road can sweep a vehicle away.
The Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management recommends that you take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches.
