Severe storms possible in GTA Wednesday, fueled by ongoing heat

Storm hits GTA as rain, strong winds and tornado risk loom over southern Ontario

A severe storm cut across the Greater Toronto Area on Wednesday afternoon, downing power lines and flooding some streets as Environment Canada warned of heavy rain, large hail and the risk of a tornado in much of southern Ontario.

Torrential rain, strong winds and tornado risk loom over southern Ontario

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for the Greater Toronto Area and much of southern Ontario as Environment Canada warns of heavy rain, large hail and the risk of a tornado.

Environment Canada: Ontario thunderstorms set to 'go kaboom' Wednesday

Severe thunderstorms with tornado risk, 130 km/h wind gusts, and 5 cm hail are could be possible in parts of southern Ontario Wednesday afternoon as a cold front collides with hot, humid air.

Severe thunderstorms, risk of a tornado in Waterloo region and Guelph Wednesday afternoon

Environment Canada has issued an orange watch for severe thunderstorms and a possible tornado in Waterloo region and Guelph.

Heat and humidity continue across southern Ontario Wednesday

Warm and muggy conditions will continue across southern Ontario Wednesday, with scattered showers and thunderstorms in the forecast, according to CTV London meteorologist Julie Atchison.

Thunderstorms, rain looming for Toronto as heat warnings hit southern Ontario

The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority says there's a higher potential for flooding in its river systems. It also warned that its watersheds are already saturated.