Environment Canada has issued a tornado watch for the Kawarthas region for Thursday afternoon and early evening (June 13).
The tornado watch is in effect for Peterborough County, Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton County, and Hastings Highlands.
Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms Thursday afternoon and evening. There is a risk of these storms producing tornadoes, as well as strong winds gusting to 110 km/h, nickel to toonie size hail, and heavy rain.
Environment Canada recommends taking cover immediately if threatening weather approaches.
In the event of a tornado, or if a tornado warning is issued for your area, it is recommended that you 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.
