Environment Canada has issued a wind warning for the southern greater Kawarthas region for Sunday (March 6).
The wind warning is in effect for southern Peterborough County, southern Kawarthas Lakes, and Northumberland County.
Strong southwest winds with gusts near 90 km/h will develop late Sunday morning or early Sunday afternoon as a cold front moves through southern Ontario. Thunderstorms developing along this cold front may bring localized wind gusts in excess of 100 km/h.
A special weather statement for strong winds is also in effect for northern Peterborough County, northern Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton County, and Hastings County, with wind gusts of 70 to 80 km/h.
Winds will gradually ease Sunday evening.
Widespread power outages are possible.Loose objects may be tossed by the wind and cause injury or damage. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions due to high winds.
This story has been updated with the latest Environment Canada forecast.
