Strong wind gusts forecasted as special weather statement in effect
CTV
A special weather statement remains in effect on Wednesday as Environment Canada is forecasting strong wind gusts for the London, Ont. region set to begin late in the morning.
A special weather statement remains in effect on Wednesday as Environment Canada is forecasting strong wind gusts for the London, Ont. region set to begin late in the morning.
According to Environment Canada, strong southwesterly winds and gusts of up to 80 km/h are forecasted to begin late Wednesday morning, before dying down late in the afternoon.
Included in the special weather statement are London, Parkhill, Eastern Middlesex County, Strathroy, Komoka and Western Middlesex County.
Potential hazards include high winds tossing loose objects or the breaking of tree branches. In addition, they warn drivers should be prepared to adjust their driving with changing road conditions due to the high winds.
Environment Canada said due to temperatures soaring to double digits on Wednesday, the warm temperatures will create windy conditions.
On Wednesday, London can expect a high of 15 C, with cloudy skies and a 60 per cent chance of showers in the morning, before clearing in the afternoon.
