Environment Canada has lifted severe thunderstorm warnings for London and Middlesex County, but watches remain.
The national weather agency lifted the warnings after a line of heavy storms tore through the region, however, more thunderstorms with the potential for damaging wind gusts are still possible late Tuesday afternoon and evening.
The thunderstorms, which first reached London at roughly 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, are arriving ahead of a cold front that will drop the temperature to more seasonal and below seasonal levels for the rest of the week.
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There is the possibility of torrential downpours, frequent lightning, hail, and risk for an isolated tornado.
Residents are advised to be cautious because strong wind gusts can toss loose objects, damage weak buildings, break branches off trees, and overturn large vehicles.
The Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management recommends that people immediately take cover if threatening weather approaches.
— with files from 980 CFPL’s Jacquelyn LeBel.
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