
The weather watch was issued around 1:30 p.m. this afternoon
UPDATE: Environment Canada have ended the Severe Thunderstorm Watch.
OXFORD - A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect.
Environment Canada have issued a statement saying that conditions are favourable for severe thunderstorms this afternoon that could produce wind gusts of 90 to 100km/h and nickel to ping-pong ball sized hail in Oxford County.
They would like to remind everyone that large hail can damage property and cause injury, and 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 you take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches.
For information about how to stay safe during dangerous weather and other emergencies, visit here.
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