A thunderstorm over Hillman Marsh, August 27, 2016.  (Photo courtesy of Robert Longphee)A thunderstorm over Hillman Marsh, August 27, 2016. (Photo courtesy of Robert Longphee)
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UPDATE: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Ended

Environment Canada has ended a severe thunderstorm watch for London-Middlesex.

The national weather agency reported Thursday morning that conditions were favourable for the development of thunderstorms in London-Middlesex, Elgin County, and Oxford County in the afternoon.

The watch was ended just before 7:30pm.

The wet weather is expected to continue Friday and Saturday with a 30% chance of showers both days. Sunshine returns on Sunday.

The Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management recommends that people take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches.

 

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