OTTAWA, July 16, 2024 – Conditions are favourable for the development of dangerous thunderstorms this afternoon that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts and torrential rain, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada. Although, at the moment the storm appears to be remaining lower near the St. Lawrence River, severe thunderstorms are still possible in the Ottawa region.
The storm already ripped through the GTA cause massive amounts of flooding and rendering 165,000 homes without power.
Details from Environment and Climate Change Canada
Hazards: Wind gusts up to 90 km/h. Local rainfall amounts up to 50 mm possible.
Timing: Continuing into early this evening.
Discussion:
Thunderstorm development still remains possible, however, more of the thunderstorm activity looks to remain near the St. Lawrence River and south. In the event these thunderstorms track north, they may bring strong winds and heavy rain to the area.
Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year.
Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors! Emergency Management Ontario recommends that you take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches.
Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when atmospheric conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms that could produce one or more of the following: large hail, damaging winds, torrential rainfall.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm. For more information: ontario.ca/page/be-prepared-emergency.
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