Squall Watch In Effect

Conditions are favourable for the development of squalls with wind gusts up to 50 knots, frequent lightning, hail and poor to very poor visibility in thunderstorms heavy at times.

Thunderstorms approaching from Manitoba and Minnesota are expected to move across the lake late this evening and after midnight.

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Proceed with caution as visibility may suddenly be reduced to near-zero.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. For more information monitor Canadian Coast Guard radio or Weatheradio stations.