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Severe thunderstorm warnings are over around Ottawa

Environment Canada severe thunderstorm warnings are over in and around Ottawa. They were in place roughly from 1:30 to 3:45 p.m.

Storms could bring hail, strong wind and lightning

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Three people, two of whom are holding umbrellas, cross an intersection in the rain. There are businesses illuminated behind them. A car has stopped at the intersection with its headlights on, illuminating the many raindrops as they fall.
Pedestrians 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)

Environment Canada's severe thunderstorm warnings are done for the Ottawa-Gatineau area. The first was issued around 1:30 p.m. and the last ended around 3:45 p.m.

Eastern and southern parts of eastern Ontario, plus the Grenville-sur-la-Rouge, Que., area, are 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 while avoiding standing under a tree or gazebo.

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