A strong thunderstorm is currently being monitored in the Greater Toronto area, while parts of Ontario are being monitored by a tornado.
“Conditions are favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms, which may be able to cause strong gusts of wind and heavy hail,” Environment Canada said on Thursday.
The agency said storms could include gusts of 90 to 110 km / h, as well as hail the size of a nickel ping pong ball.
Elsewhere in Ontario, tornado clocks are in place in a number of areas, including Ottawa, Bancroft, Bon Echo Park, Tweed, Smiths Falls and more.
Storms are coming as much of Ontario sees hot, gloomy weather.
Today the temperature in the city is expected to be 30 degrees, with a humidity of 37 degrees.
Heat signals are in effect for most areas west of the GTA, including Hamilton and Niagara, where it can feel hot up to 40 with humidity.
“Extreme heat continues to scorch southwestern Ontario and spills over into the GTA today,” said CP24 meteorologist Bill Coulter.
The hot weather comes before possible thunderstorms.
“The first of several cold fronts will continue until noon today, likely to cause several rains over the GTA between 23-2: 30,” Coulter said. “This afternoon there will be a clearing behind the cold front and drier winds will intensify late in the day and in the evening.
Environment Canada said storms are expected to reduce heat in some areas.
“While hot and humid conditions persist today, places receiving rain and thunderstorms may be a little cooler,” the weather agency said in a heat warning issued for the city of Hamilton. “Conditions will improve tonight.”
Extreme heat is expected to subside on Friday, although it will still be warm, with a maximum temperature of 26 C, feeling closer to 30 with humidity.
“Much less humid and more manageable weather for Friday. The weekend will be cooler with lots of sun, “Coulter said. “Several rains with warmer winds arrive on Monday and return by mid-week.”
Maximum temperatures of 19 and 20 degrees are expected on Saturday and Sunday, respectively.
Toronto Animal Services posted a reminder on Twitter for people not to leave animals in parked cars due to extreme heat.
“It will be hot today! Reminder NEVER leave your pet in a parked car. Leaving your pet in a hot car for even a short time can be dangerous, even with cracked windows and in the shade. “If you see a pet suffering from heat, please call 311,” the agency said.
The city has a cooling network for anyone who needs relief from hot, gloomy weather.
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