Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the Ottawa-Gatineau region on Saturday morning.

Thunderstorm activity is forecast to develop throughout the morning or afternoon. Wind gusts up to 90 km/h, showers of 25 to 50 mm per hour, and hail up to 2 cm in diameter are possible.

These conditions can cause difficult driving conditions, power outages, and flash flooding. Heavy precipitation can also significantly reduce visibility on roads.

The Ontario Emergency Management Service advises taking shelter immediately if hazardous weather approaches.