Heavy rainfall will be the primary threat, along with small hail and gusty winds, but the cold front is still well east, so storms are forecast to be isolated in nature–triggered by lake-breeze boundaries and modest convergence.
The cold front is forecast to move through by early Wednesday morning, bringing non-severe storms across the region and an end to the region’s heat.
Thunderstorm safety is vital on a holiday weekend
A warm holiday weekend guarantees that plenty of folks will spend time outdoors in the days ahead, making thunderstorm safety paramount.
Lightning can strike dozens of kilometres away from the heart of a storm. If you’re close enough to hear thunder, you’re close enough to get struck by lightning. If someone nearby is struck by lightning, don’t wait to render aid! It’s a myth that it’s dangerous to touch a lightning strike victim.
Severe weather can strike suddenly. Flying debris and falling trees are a significant hazard during a storm’s sudden high winds. Large hail is dangerous to anyone caught outdoors.
Make sure you have a way to receive severe weather warnings the moment they’re issued.
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