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Strong winds continue today: Environment Canada

Gusts of 70 to 90 km/h are expected this afternoon, Environment Canada says
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WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Special weather statement in effect for:

  • Niagara Falls - Welland - Southern Niagara Region
  • St. Catharines - Grimsby - Northern Niagara Region

Strong winds continue through this evening.

Hazards:
Strong wind with gusts of 70 to 90 km/h.

When:
Through this evening.

Impacts:
Strong wind gusts can toss loose objects, damage weak buildings, break branches off trees.
Power outages are possible.

Discussion:
The wind will ease briefly this morning but is expected to strengthen once again this afternoon behind a passing cold front. Gusts of 70 to 90 km/h are expected this afternoon.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #ONStorm.

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