Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Searchmont - Montreal River Harbour - Batchawana Bay

Source: ECCC · Searchmont - Montreal River Harbour - Batchawana Bay

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A yellow watch for severe thunderstorms is in effect with potential wind gusts near 90 km/h this afternoon.

The weather record, at a glance

Record type
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Affected area
Searchmont - Montreal River Harbour - Batchawana Bay
Issued
September 12, 2026
Issuing authority
ECCC

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Alert Details

Yellow watch - severe thunderstorm - in effect, issued by Environment Canada. Effective 2026-09-12T19:22:58-00:00, expires 2026-09-13T00:01:58-00:00.

Affected Areas

Searchmont - Montreal River Harbour - Batchawana Bay

What You Should Do

Continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on social media using #ONStorm.

Expected Conditions

Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts near 90 km/h. A line of thunderstorms is expected to track over the area and may strengthen this afternoon. Local utility outages are possible. Damage to roofs, fences, branches or soft shelters is possible.

Timeline

This afternoon on September 12, 2026.

Original source: ECCC Official Notice ↗

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Questions & Answers

Common questions about this ECCC weather alert.

What is this ECCC weather alert about?
A yellow watch for severe thunderstorms is in effect with potential wind gusts near 90 km/h this afternoon.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by ECCC. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Searchmont - Montreal River Harbour - Batchawana Bay. Check with ECCC for the most current geographic scope.
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