London, Ont. forecast June 20, 2024 [Video]

Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm warning as meteorologists track a severe thunderstorm capable of producing strong wind gusts and heavy rain.

Wind gusts reaching 90 km/h are possible, as well as brief land spout tornadoes.

Impacted locations include Ingersoll, Dorchester, Thamesford and Putnam.

Emergency Management Ontario recommends that you take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches.

Also, a prolonged heat event continues through Friday. Dangerously hot and humid conditions are expected.

“Another sticky, steamy day,” said CTV London Meteorologist Julie Atchison. “A mix of sun and cloud across the area. The high in London, 31 [degrees], feeling like 40.”

Atchison said there is a risk of thunderstorms bubbling up in the afternoon in some areas.

“Conditions over the next seven [days] looking quite hot as we officially welcome summer, “said Atchison. “Feeling like 40 heading into the weekend.”

Monday will be a quick break from the heat with a forecasted high of 24 degrees.

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