OttawaEnvironment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Ottawa, Gatineau and parts of eastern Ontario.Storm could bring hail, strong wind and lightningCBC News · Posted: Jul 03, 2025 1:46 PM EDT | Last Updated: 20 minutes agoPedestrians cross in front of a car’s headlights illuminating the rain as a heavy downpour hits downtown Ottawa last spring. (The Canadian Press/Justin Tang)The latest: A severe thunderstorm warning covers Ottawa and some areas to its southwest such as Arden, Pakenham and Perth. It also covers Gatineau. As of 2 p.m. the line of storms stretched from the Ardoch to Luskville areas. Hazards include strong winds and hail, along with lightning. Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of the Ottawa area.Much of the rest of eastern Ontario, plus Grenville-sur-la-Rouge, is under a severe thunderstorm watch until early evening.These watches mean a severe storm is possible. A warning means one is happening or likely about to happen.People should get indoors when thunderstorms approach, according to Environment Canada. If caught outside they should protect themselves from hail and wind-blown debris.
Severe thunderstorm warnings for the Ottawa area
