A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for much of the Clearwater County region by Environment & Climate Change Canada (ECCC).
According to ECCC, conditions are favorable for the development of dangerous thunderstorms that may be capable of producing damaging wind gusts and large hail.
It adds severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and early this evening.
Very strong wind gusts can damage buildings, down trees and blow large vehicles off the road, says ECCC.
ECCC officials also remind residents that severe thunderstorms can produce tornadoes. Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors!
Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when atmospheric conditions are favorable for the development of thunderstorms that could produce one or more of the following: large hail, damaging winds, torrential rainfall.
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