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Severe thunderstorm watch in effect for:

#Chatham-Kent #Rondeau Park #Windsor #Leamington #Cottam #Essex County #YQG #ONStorm .

Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts and heavy rain.

Hazards:
Strong wind gusts up to 90 km/h.
Torrential downpours.

Timing: This evening.

Discussion: Thunderstorms developing over Lower Michigan are expected to move into Ontario this afternoon. These thunderstorms may become severe with torrential downpours giving 50 mm or more and 90 km/h wind gusts being the main threats.

Strong wind gusts can toss loose objects, damage weak buildings, break branches off trees and overturn large vehicles. Intense lightning is likely with any thunderstorm that develops. Remember, severe thunderstorms can produce tornadoes. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. ...read more