Environment Canada updated its weather warnings for strong winds and “severe” thunderstorms in the Ottawa-Gatineau region Friday, as heavy rainfall descended on the National Capital Region.
Officials warned of “damaging” wind gusts up to 110 km/h that are likely to pass through the Ottawa area this evening – up from the 90 km/h gusts they predicted earlier today.
The alert, which applies to both southeast and southwest Ontario, also noted that strong wind gusts can damage buildings, trees and “blow large vehicles off the road” and urged residents to go indoors “when thunder roars.”
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In response to the alert, Air Canada said it’s waiving change fees for flights affected by the wind warnings.
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Environment Canada predicts the winds will subside late Friday evening.
Residents wanting to report severe weather can send an email to ONstorm@canada.ca
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