Peterborough and Some Parts of the Kawarthas Under Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Peterborough, Lakefield and Southern Peterborough County are under a severe thunderstorm watch after favourable conditions have developed for dangerous thunderstorms, according to Environment Canada.

Lightning in Bobcaygeon. Photo by Jay Callaghan.

The thunderstorms could appear early this afternoon into the early evening. It may be capable of producing damaging wind gusts up to 110 km/h, large hail up to four cm and a risk of a tornado.

Environment Canada suggests a cold front moving through the area is expected to trigger severe thunderstorms this afternoon.

Advise caution as large hail can damage property and cause injury. Powerful wind gusts can damage buildings, down trees and blow large vehicles off the road.

In case of severe weather, take immediate cover if threatening weather approaches. Environment Canada urges people to stay indoors when a thunderstorm strikes, as there is no safe place outside.

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