Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement warning of strong northwesterly winds tonight in several areas:
- Vaughan – Richmond Hill – Markham, Ont.
- Halton Hills – Milton, Ont.
- Burlington – Oakville, Ont.
- St. Catharines – Grimsby – Northern Niagara Region, Ont.
The forecast includes gusts of 70 to 80 km/h, posing potential hazards such as tossing loose objects and causing tree branches to break. Utility outages may also occur due to these strong wind gusts.
The timing for these intense winds is set for tonight. However, the winds are expected to ease late into Saturday morning as a low-pressure system departs the region.
It’s essential to stay updated with alerts and forecasts from Environment Canada. In case of severe weather, you can report incidents by emailing [email protected] or tweeting using #ONStorm.
