Canada

Special meteorological declaration for GTA issued, recommending wind gusts up to 70 km / h

Environment Canada has issued a special weather declaration for some parts of the Toronto region, warning of strong winds.

The Federal Meteorological Agency said winds of up to 70 kilometers per hour are expected throughout the day before weakening later tonight.

Environment Canada says gusts of wind could further damage trees or structures that have already been weakened by recent storms.

The regions of York, Durham, Peel and Halton are also subject to special weather conditions.

On Thursday, the area was hit by a fast-growing series of thunderstorms that brought heavy hail and strong winds. Tornado and clock warnings have been issued in parts of eastern Ontario.

Western University’s Northern Tornado Project tweeted Friday that it was investigating possible tornadoes during Thursday’s storm, including one near Oshawa.

After a windy weekend, Environment Canada said it would be clear and sunny on Saturday and Sunday, with maximum temperatures around 20 C.