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Up to 90 km/h winds expected today: Environment Canada

Utility outages are possible, Environment Canada says
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WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Special weather statement in effect for:

  • Barrie - Collingwood - Hillsdale
  • Midland - Coldwater - Orr Lake
  • Orillia - Lagoon City - Washago

Strong winds expected today.

Hazards:
Strong winds gusting between 80 and 90 km/h.
Utility outages are possible.

Timing:
This afternoon.

Discussion:
Moderate south winds gusting up to 50 km/h will develop this morning. Winds will then shift to the southwest and strengthen to up to 90 km/h in the afternoon with the passage of a cold front. Wind warnings may be issued for some areas as the system approaches.

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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