Environment Canada has issued a tornado watch for Hastings Highlands, and a severe thunderstorm watch for the rest of the Kawarthas region, for late Thursday afternoon (August 3) into the evening.
The severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for Peterborough County, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland County, and Haliburton County.
Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts up to 100 km/h, toonie to golf ball size hail, and localized heavy downpours.
In addition, there is a risk of a tornado in Hastings Highlands.
This is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation.In the event of a tornado, or if a tornado warning is issued for your area, it is recommended you take the following actions.
Go indoors to a room on the lowest floor, away from outside walls and windows, such as a basement, bathroom, stairwell or interior closet. Leave mobile homes, vehicles, tents, trailers and other temporary or free-standing shelter, and move to a strong building if you can. As a last resort, lie in a low spot and protect your head from flying debris.
