The day after thunderstorms disrupted Canada Day celebrations in several communities and caused power outages, Environment Canada has issued another severe thunderstorm watch for the Kawarthas region for Thursday afternoon and evening (July 2).
The “yellow” severe thunderstorm watch is currently in effect for southern Peterborough County, Northumberland County, and Hastings Highlands.
Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms over the area on Thursday afternoon and evening that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts, large hail and heavy rain.
While strong wind gusts near 100 km/h are the main threat, heavy rain possibly exceeding 30 mm and up to ping pong ball sized hail cannot be ruled out.
Local utility outages are possible, as is damage to roofs, fences, branches, or soft shelters is possible. There is a risk of injury.
Emergency Management Ontario recommends that you take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches.
